For South African rugby, it is a reminder that the country’s greatest export may not be its players alone. Its coaching talent continues to leave footprints across the global game.
By the end of Saturday, two teams will advance to the URC Grand Final. Yet regardless of who survives, South African rugby will already have secured a notable victory.
The Stormers produced a strong second-half performance to secure a 34-14 victory over Edinburgh in their United Rugby Championship (URC) Round 14 clash at DHL Stadium on Saturday night.
Smith, who is one of a select group of players who represented both the Blitzboks and Springboks, was delighted about the achievement and said the victory made the occasion even more special for him.
Kleyn’s international experience with five Test matches to his name for Ireland and seven for the Springbok as well as a RWC title, adds valuable experience to the Bok lock stocks for the tour, where he joins the likes of RG Snyman, Franco Mostert and Eben Etzebeth.
“Duhan has been playing good rugby,” said Mapimpi. “I’ve been watching him play for Edinburgh in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship, and we’ve faced one another a few times. He’s definitely a great player.”
Springbok centre Andre Esterhuizen said Scotland would be no walk in the park.
Stormers skills coach Labeeb Levy and wing Suleiman Hartzenberg says playing during Ramadan strengthens their mental resolve.
“Everyone knows how exciting the Stormers want to play, and for me the sooner I find my feet the sooner I’ll be most influential in this attack, and the better it will be for the team.
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