Ruan Nortje has stepped up in a big way, becoming a constant in the the Springboks’ engine room throughout the international season.
FILE - Springboks lock Ruan Nortje competes for a lineout ball against Argentina in the Rugby Championship. Picture: Phill Magakoe / AFPThe Bulls man was probably only fourth or fifth in the queue for the Springboks ’ No 5 jersey before the start of the international season, such is the quality of South Africa’s locks. It’s the envy of the rugby world.ahead of the Rugby Championship tour to Australia.
Both Snyman and Mostert is back on this tour, but it seems they may play second fiddle to Nortje, at least in the first game against Scotland. It’s that sort of attitude that coach Rassie Erasmus loves in a player and also the sort quotes that makes one believe that Nortje and the Springboks won’t be taking the Scots lightly on Sunday.“We had a good week in Jersey with a number of training sessions, which were crucial to prepare us for this week,” said Nortje.
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