Springboks name new-look backline to face Wales as Willie ... Damian Willemse is certainly a polarising figure. The South Africa national rugby union team, commonly known as the Springboks (colloquially the Boks or Bokke, and Amabokoboko), is the country's national team governed by the South African Rugby Union.The Springboks play in green and gold jerseys with white shorts, and their emblem is the native antelope springbok.The team has been representing South Africa in international rugby union since . Springbok milestone for De Allende as Morne Steyn makes a comeback. Willemse is due for an extended run at fullback ... Editor's Picks. Sharks and Stormers players dominate the the squad of 32 players named by Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber on Tuesday for the end-of-year to the United Kingdom in November. The Springboks will travel to Edinburgh to face Scotland and then London where they will line up against England following this weekend's match. "I'm really fortunate to be in the squad and I've been enjoying the challenge," said the former Junior Springbok player. Damian Willemse and Jesse Kriel have both been named to start as the Springboks opted for a new-look backline for the Test against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday. The big Damian Willemse debate: Is he, or isn't he good ... 18 Frans Malherbe, 19 Marvin Orie, 20 Jasper Wiese, 21 Herschel Jantjies, 22 Elton Jantjies, 23 . Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers), 2, 0. Three changes to the Bok run-on team to face the All ... Willemse took a heavy knock to his head and was not able to return to the field due to a failed head impact assessment. Bok skipper Kolisi excited to see newbies against Georgia ... 23 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 9 caps, 5pts (1t) Milestones: Handré Pollard needs six points to reach 500 Test points and two penalty goals to strike 100 penalty goals. Sbu Nkosi (Cell C Sharks) 9 - 35 (7t), 9 - 35 (7t) 10. Jesse Kriel (Vodacom Blue Bulls, 36, 50 - 10t) 12. Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel and Herschel Jantjies will start against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber made four changes to his matchday squad that defeated the All. He quickly rose through the ranks - South African schools in 2015, to the under-20 side in 2017 to become a capped Springbok in 2018. The Springboks need two tries to reach 100 tries and one conversion to reach 50 conversions against the British & Irish Lions in this the 49th Test match since 1891. Damian Willemse back in the mix for Stormers The inclusion of fellow Boks Orie and Moerat will make a difference against Zebre in Cape Town, says assistant coach Hlungwani 25 November 2021 - 17:07 . Aphelele Fassi of the Sharks is one of this country's rising stars and he'll be keen to impress the Bok bosses in 2022. Gifted South African back Damian Willemse is ready to debut in the Rugby Championship but is unlikely to get a run in his favoured flyhalf position, according to Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus. Willemse, Kriel and Herschel Jantjies will start against Wales as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber made four changes to his match-day squad that defeated . On Tuesday, Nienaber named his squad that'll face Wales in Cardiff on Saturday. Springbok team to face Argentina in RD #1: 15 Damian Willemse (10), 14 Sbu Nkosi (11), 13 Jesse Kriel (47), 12 Frans Steyn (68), 11 Aphelele Fassi (1), 10 Elton Jantjies (39), 9 Cobus Reinach (16 caps), 8 Jasper Wiese (3), 7 Kwagga Smith (10), 6 Siya Kolisi (captain) (54), 5 Lood de Jager (48 caps), 4 Eben Etzebeth (89), 3 Wilco Louw (13), 2 . Willemse, who has 14 Test caps, will earn his fourth start in the green and gold when he runs out at fullback, while Jantjies makes only his third start in the No 9 jersey as he pairs up with Handré Pollard in the halfback combination. Willemse has been an 'emerging talent' for some time - as an electric schoolboy player with a seemingly unstoppable step. Damian Willemse . The 23-year-old Willemse, who earned his 12th Test cap in the Springboks' second match against Argentina in Nelson Mandela Bay almost two weeks ago, covers fullback, flyhalf and inside centre - a challenge which excites him. A number of players found themselves . Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber made three changes to his starting team and six in total to the matchday squad for the key encounter. South Africa first played Test rugby in 1891, against a British Isles touring team. Kriel, who starts at right wing, will earn his 49th cap in the match that kicks off at 17h30 (19h30 SA time). Nienaber said Damian Willemse has bided his time well with the Boks and deserves to start. Springbok Team to Face Wales in Cardiff 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) Ross Roche. Springboks squad for second B & I Lions test. Handré Pollard (vice-captain), 9. Damien was part of the 2019 World Cup-winning Squad, achieving the highest level of sporting success. About Our Guest: Damian Willemse DamienWillemse is a South African rugby player for the Springboksand plays club rugby for the Western Province Stormers. Damian de Allende (DHL Stormers), 43 - 20 (4t) 12. 14. Willemse, who has 14 Test caps, will earn his fourth start for the Boks when he runs out at fullback, while it will be Jantjies' third Test in the No.9 jersey as he pairs up with No. Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff will earn his 50th Test cap at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday in the second Test of the Castle Lager Lions Series, with Jasper Wiese named at No 8 in this crucial clash between South Africa and the British & Irish Lions. Springbok captain Siya Kolisi cannot wait to run out alongside the new faces in the team when they . The Springboks need four tries to reach 100 tries against the British & Irish Lions in this 48 th Test between the sides since 1891. Springbok team to face Wales in Cardiff: 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) Many people have been confused by Aphelele Fassi's exclusion from a Springbok team that does not include Willie le Roux or Sbu Nkosi.Damian Willemse will play fullback and Jesse Kriel will play right wing for the Springboks in Saturday's Test against Wales in Cardiff. Willemse, who has 14 Test caps, will earn his fourth start in the Green and Gold when he runs out at fullback, while it will be Jantjies' third Test in the No.9 . . The total Test caps for the Springbok starting line-up is; There are 228 caps in the backline with 414 caps amongst the forwards. The average caps per player in the backline are 26, the forwards 39 while the players on the bench . . Kitshoff - who made his Test debut against Ireland in 2016 - will mark his career milestone next to Frans Malherbe (prop) and Bongi Mbonambi […] Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids mentioned on Monday that it was doubtful whether Damian Willemse will be included in the Springbok squad. Damian de Allende will become the third Springbok in the Castle Lager Lions Series to reach 50 Test caps in Saturday's decider in Cape Town, where Morné Steyn could earn his first Test cap since 2016. Willemse, who earned five Junior Springbok caps in last year's World Rugby U20 Championship in Georgia, returned to the Cape franchise last week to fulfil his Super Rugby duties after joining the SA U20s for the first week of the current training camp in Stellenbosch, while Du Plessis departed for the Singapore Sevens with the Blitzboks on . who has a sole international cap, also feels like one of the newbies in the line-up, although he played against Wales in Washington in 2018. . Springbok Starting XV: 15 Damian Willemse, 14 Jesse Kriel, 13 Lukhanyo Am, 12 Damian de Allende, 11 Makazole Mapimpi, 10 Handré Pollard, 9 Herschel Jantjies, 8 Duane Vermeulen, 7 Kwagga Smith, 6 . Willemse, who has 14 Test caps, will earn his fourth start in the . Makazole Mapimpi; 10. SPRINGBOKS (vs Wales, Saturday) 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) By the time the Springboks headed on their end-of-year tour, the plan was for Damian Willemse to bank some meaningful game time at fullback, but a concussion he suffered then led to Le Roux. A product of the Western Province Rugby youth structures who was identified as a dazzling talent from a young age, Willemse made his DHL Stormers debut in 2017 at the age of 18 and went on to lift the Carling Currie Cup with DHL Western Province later that same year. Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber made three changes to his starting team for the clash, two of which were personnel […] Damian Willemse; 14. Springbok utility back Jesse Kriel said the thought of having Damian Willemse and Herschel Jantjies in the starting XV for Saturday's Test against Wales was an exciting one. Frans Steyn (Montpellier, France), 63 - 136 (10t, 7c, 21p, 3d) 11. . Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber named a 32-man squad for the team's November tour to the UK which culminates in a World Cup final rematch against England. Springbok squad announced for #CastleLionsSeries Springbok team to face Wales in Cardiff: 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) Willemse was considered unlucky to miss out on initial selection due to injury. Damian Willemse will miss . Springbok team to face Wales in Cardiff: 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) . Damian Willemse. Damian Willemse out of test against Scotland. Picture: Steve Haag/Gallo Images. Damian Willemse (DHL Western Province, 3, 0) 14. Jesse Kriel explains why he was picked at wing for Wales Test . Springboks tweak their backline for Wales Test. "Damian would have . With Cheslin Kolbe still out with an injury, Nkosi unavailable owing to visa concerns, and Le Roux out due to rotation, the . . Damian Willemse in for Jesse Kriel . Jantjies' promotion to the starting line-up sees Cobus Reinach being drafted onto the replacements bench in the only change among the reserves. Lions unleash vd Merwe, Alberts & Swanepoel for Cardiff clash. 23 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 11 caps, 5pts (1t) Springbok record against Argentina: Played 31; Won 27, Lost 3, Drawn 1; Points for 1090, Points against 606; Tries scored 128, Tries conceded 56; Highest score 73 pts, Biggest win 60 pts; Win %: 87%. August 3, 2021. Published on November 2, 2021. As the most experienced of the back three with more than 40 caps, he's got the task of guiding the lesser seasoned, but highly talented Willemse. Springboks Team to Face Wales Announced. Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff will earn his 50th Test cap at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday in the second Test of the Castle Lager Lions Series, with Jasper Wiese named at No 8 in this crucial clash between South Africa and the British & Irish Lions. Springbok backline star Damian Willemse has signed a three-year contract extension with Western Province Professional Rugby (WPPR). The 23-year-old Willemse, who has quietly earned 12 caps for the Springboks, covers fullback, flyhalf and inside centre - and is embracing the challenge of having to assume multiple roles in the backline. Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel and Herschel Jantjies will start against Wales in Cardiff. 15 Damian Willemse, 14 Jesse Kriel, 13 Lukhanyo Am, 12 Damian de Allende, 11 Makazole Mapimpi, 10 Handre Pollard, 9 Herschel Jantjies, 8 Duane Vermeulen, 7 Kwagga Smith, 6 Siya Kolisi (captain), 5 . 23 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 8 caps, 5pts (1t) Facts and Stats: Handré Pollard needs two penalty goals to equal Jackie Snyman's record of six career penalty goals against the British & Irish Lions. On Tuesday, Nienaber named his team facing Wales in Cardiff on Saturday. Springbok team to face Wales in Cardiff: 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) Team News. Sbu Nkosi (Cell C Sharks, 3, 10 - 2t) 13. 2 - Bongi Mbonambi (DHL Stormers) - 45 caps, 45 pts (9t) 3 - Trevor Nyakane (Vodacom Bulls) - 51 caps, 5pts (1t) Nienaber made four changes to his matchday squad that defeated the All Blacks. The flyhalf or fullback had recently signed on as World Cup cover with Saracens but his stay in the English Premiership has been cut short. CARDIFF, Wales (AP) — South Africa will field a new-look backline featuring Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel and Herschel Jantjies against Wales at Principality Stadium on Saturday. Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff will earn his 50 th Test cap at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday in the second Test of the Castle Lager Lions Series, with Jasper Wiese named at No 8 in this crucial clash between South Africa and the British & Irish Lions.. Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber made three changes to his starting team and six in total to the matchday squad for the key encounter. The 20-year-old is regarded as the top backline talent to emerge in South Africa for years and had a solid 2018 Super Rugby season in the number 10 . Despite being used as a 10 at club level, Willemse has been used as a fullback by Rassie Erasmus for the Springboks in three of his six tests so far. Dweba to start as Boks make several team changes. Damian Willemse insists he doesn't care what position he plays for the Springboks, as his only goal is making the team.. The changes mean starts for Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel and Herschel Jantjies. The Springboks have rotated and rested several players for their Rugby Championship opener against Argentina at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium this Saturday. By Scrummage. N. nostrildamus @Stargazer. The flyhalf has been developing at the Stormers over that time, with 30 Super Rugby caps to his name since debuting as an 18-year-old in 2017.. Springbok backline star Damian Willemse has signed a three-year contract extension with Western Province Professional Rugby (WPPR). Damian Willemse (Stormers) - 14 . Vermeulen misses out as Springboks recall Morne Steyn. Most notably, Joseph Dweba will make his Springbok debut in a new-look team named by coach Jacques Nienaber on Tuesday. There are 180 caps in the backline with 310 caps amongst the forwards. 23. Springbok backline star Damian Willemse has signed a three-year contract extension with Western Province Professional Rugby (WPPR). 25 days ago. Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel and Herschel Jantjies will start against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber makes three changes to his starting line-up for their opening Autumn Nations Series Test. Willemse, who has 14 Test caps, will earn his fourth start in the green . 26th Nov 2021. Stats and facts: Test caps: The total test caps for the Springbok starting line-up is 490. DYLAN JACK reports. Jesse Kriel, 13. Springboks: 15. Willemse, who has 14 Test caps, earns his fourth start at fullback while it will be Jantjies' third Test in the No.9 jersey as he pairs up with Handré . Springbok team to face Wales in Cardiff: 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) Lukhanyo Am, 12. 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) Nienaber: You must always work hard for Test caps Damian Willemse congratulates Aphelele Fassi Published on November 3, 2021 Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber has shed further light on the decision to play Damian Willemse ahead of Aphelele Fassi and Willie le Roux at fullback against Wales on Saturday. Damian Willemse and Jesse Kriel have both been named to start as the Springboks opted for a new-look backline for the Test against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday. Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber . @stargazer said in Wales v South Africa: Springbok team to face Wales in Cardiff: 1 - Ox Nché (Cell C Sharks) - 6 caps, 0pts. A product of the Western Province Rugby youth structures who was identified as a dazzling talent from a young age, Willemse made his DHL Stormers debut in 2017 at the age of 18 and went on to lift the Carling Currie Cup with DHL Western Province later that same year. Elton Jantjies will start at flyhalf for the Springboks in Saturday's Test against Scotland, while Jesse Kriel and Franco Mostert will both earn their 50th caps. Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber named a 32-man squad for the team's November tour to the UK which culminates in a World Cup final rematch against England. Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel and Herschel Jantjies will start against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday. Willemse, an exciting utility player who can feature almost anywhere in the backline, has been brought into the side that beat New Zealand last month in place of the rested Willie le Roux, and will add to his 14 Springbok caps. The flyhalf has been developing . There are 237 caps in the backline with 383 caps amongst the forwards. Springbok Team to Face Wales in Cardiff. Winger Jesse Kriel will also earn their 50th Test cap, while Frans Steyn is in line to set a new South African record for the longest international rugby career off the bench, taking over from Victor Matfield. . They were among four changes to the Springboks team which beat New Zealand 31-29 a month ago in Australia, for the opening match of their European tour. 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last edited by. On the bench there are a further 181 caps. Springboks name new-look backline to face Wales as Willie ... Damian Willemse is certainly a polarising figure. The South Africa national rugby union team, commonly known as the Springboks (colloquially the Boks or Bokke, and Amabokoboko), is the country's national team governed by the South African Rugby Union.The Springboks play in green and gold jerseys with white shorts, and their emblem is the native antelope springbok.The team has been representing South Africa in international rugby union since . Springbok milestone for De Allende as Morne Steyn makes a comeback. Willemse is due for an extended run at fullback ... Editor's Picks. Sharks and Stormers players dominate the the squad of 32 players named by Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber on Tuesday for the end-of-year to the United Kingdom in November. The Springboks will travel to Edinburgh to face Scotland and then London where they will line up against England following this weekend's match. "I'm really fortunate to be in the squad and I've been enjoying the challenge," said the former Junior Springbok player. Damian Willemse and Jesse Kriel have both been named to start as the Springboks opted for a new-look backline for the Test against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday. The big Damian Willemse debate: Is he, or isn't he good ... 18 Frans Malherbe, 19 Marvin Orie, 20 Jasper Wiese, 21 Herschel Jantjies, 22 Elton Jantjies, 23 . Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers), 2, 0. Three changes to the Bok run-on team to face the All ... Willemse took a heavy knock to his head and was not able to return to the field due to a failed head impact assessment. Bok skipper Kolisi excited to see newbies against Georgia ... 23 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 9 caps, 5pts (1t) Milestones: Handré Pollard needs six points to reach 500 Test points and two penalty goals to strike 100 penalty goals. Sbu Nkosi (Cell C Sharks) 9 - 35 (7t), 9 - 35 (7t) 10. Jesse Kriel (Vodacom Blue Bulls, 36, 50 - 10t) 12. Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel and Herschel Jantjies will start against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber made four changes to his matchday squad that defeated the All. He quickly rose through the ranks - South African schools in 2015, to the under-20 side in 2017 to become a capped Springbok in 2018. The Springboks need two tries to reach 100 tries and one conversion to reach 50 conversions against the British & Irish Lions in this the 49th Test match since 1891. Damian Willemse back in the mix for Stormers The inclusion of fellow Boks Orie and Moerat will make a difference against Zebre in Cape Town, says assistant coach Hlungwani 25 November 2021 - 17:07 . Aphelele Fassi of the Sharks is one of this country's rising stars and he'll be keen to impress the Bok bosses in 2022. Gifted South African back Damian Willemse is ready to debut in the Rugby Championship but is unlikely to get a run in his favoured flyhalf position, according to Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus. Willemse, Kriel and Herschel Jantjies will start against Wales as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber made four changes to his match-day squad that defeated . On Tuesday, Nienaber named his squad that'll face Wales in Cardiff on Saturday. Springbok team to face Argentina in RD #1: 15 Damian Willemse (10), 14 Sbu Nkosi (11), 13 Jesse Kriel (47), 12 Frans Steyn (68), 11 Aphelele Fassi (1), 10 Elton Jantjies (39), 9 Cobus Reinach (16 caps), 8 Jasper Wiese (3), 7 Kwagga Smith (10), 6 Siya Kolisi (captain) (54), 5 Lood de Jager (48 caps), 4 Eben Etzebeth (89), 3 Wilco Louw (13), 2 . Willemse, who has 14 Test caps, will earn his fourth start in the green and gold when he runs out at fullback, while Jantjies makes only his third start in the No 9 jersey as he pairs up with Handré Pollard in the halfback combination. Willemse has been an 'emerging talent' for some time - as an electric schoolboy player with a seemingly unstoppable step. Damian Willemse . The 23-year-old Willemse, who earned his 12th Test cap in the Springboks' second match against Argentina in Nelson Mandela Bay almost two weeks ago, covers fullback, flyhalf and inside centre - a challenge which excites him. A number of players found themselves . Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber made three changes to his starting team and six in total to the matchday squad for the key encounter. South Africa first played Test rugby in 1891, against a British Isles touring team. Kriel, who starts at right wing, will earn his 49th cap in the match that kicks off at 17h30 (19h30 SA time). Nienaber said Damian Willemse has bided his time well with the Boks and deserves to start. Springbok Team to Face Wales in Cardiff 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) Ross Roche. Springboks squad for second B & I Lions test. Handré Pollard (vice-captain), 9. Damien was part of the 2019 World Cup-winning Squad, achieving the highest level of sporting success. About Our Guest: Damian Willemse DamienWillemse is a South African rugby player for the Springboksand plays club rugby for the Western Province Stormers. Damian de Allende (DHL Stormers), 43 - 20 (4t) 12. 14. Willemse, who has 14 Test caps, will earn his fourth start for the Boks when he runs out at fullback, while it will be Jantjies' third Test in the No.9 jersey as he pairs up with No. Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff will earn his 50th Test cap at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday in the second Test of the Castle Lager Lions Series, with Jasper Wiese named at No 8 in this crucial clash between South Africa and the British & Irish Lions. Springbok captain Siya Kolisi cannot wait to run out alongside the new faces in the team when they . The Springboks need four tries to reach 100 tries against the British & Irish Lions in this 48 th Test between the sides since 1891. Springbok team to face Wales in Cardiff: 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) Many people have been confused by Aphelele Fassi's exclusion from a Springbok team that does not include Willie le Roux or Sbu Nkosi.Damian Willemse will play fullback and Jesse Kriel will play right wing for the Springboks in Saturday's Test against Wales in Cardiff. Willemse, who has 14 Test caps, will earn his fourth start in the Green and Gold when he runs out at fullback, while it will be Jantjies' third Test in the No.9 . . The total Test caps for the Springbok starting line-up is; There are 228 caps in the backline with 414 caps amongst the forwards. The average caps per player in the backline are 26, the forwards 39 while the players on the bench . . Kitshoff - who made his Test debut against Ireland in 2016 - will mark his career milestone next to Frans Malherbe (prop) and Bongi Mbonambi […] Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids mentioned on Monday that it was doubtful whether Damian Willemse will be included in the Springbok squad. Damian de Allende will become the third Springbok in the Castle Lager Lions Series to reach 50 Test caps in Saturday's decider in Cape Town, where Morné Steyn could earn his first Test cap since 2016. Willemse, who earned five Junior Springbok caps in last year's World Rugby U20 Championship in Georgia, returned to the Cape franchise last week to fulfil his Super Rugby duties after joining the SA U20s for the first week of the current training camp in Stellenbosch, while Du Plessis departed for the Singapore Sevens with the Blitzboks on . who has a sole international cap, also feels like one of the newbies in the line-up, although he played against Wales in Washington in 2018. . Springbok Starting XV: 15 Damian Willemse, 14 Jesse Kriel, 13 Lukhanyo Am, 12 Damian de Allende, 11 Makazole Mapimpi, 10 Handré Pollard, 9 Herschel Jantjies, 8 Duane Vermeulen, 7 Kwagga Smith, 6 . Willemse, who has 14 Test caps, will earn his fourth start in the . Makazole Mapimpi; 10. SPRINGBOKS (vs Wales, Saturday) 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) By the time the Springboks headed on their end-of-year tour, the plan was for Damian Willemse to bank some meaningful game time at fullback, but a concussion he suffered then led to Le Roux. A product of the Western Province Rugby youth structures who was identified as a dazzling talent from a young age, Willemse made his DHL Stormers debut in 2017 at the age of 18 and went on to lift the Carling Currie Cup with DHL Western Province later that same year. Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber made three changes to his starting team for the clash, two of which were personnel […] Damian Willemse; 14. Springbok utility back Jesse Kriel said the thought of having Damian Willemse and Herschel Jantjies in the starting XV for Saturday's Test against Wales was an exciting one. Frans Steyn (Montpellier, France), 63 - 136 (10t, 7c, 21p, 3d) 11. . Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber named a 32-man squad for the team's November tour to the UK which culminates in a World Cup final rematch against England. Springbok squad announced for #CastleLionsSeries Springbok team to face Wales in Cardiff: 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) Willemse was considered unlucky to miss out on initial selection due to injury. Damian Willemse will miss . Springbok team to face Wales in Cardiff: 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) . Damian Willemse. Damian Willemse out of test against Scotland. Picture: Steve Haag/Gallo Images. Damian Willemse (DHL Western Province, 3, 0) 14. Jesse Kriel explains why he was picked at wing for Wales Test . Springboks tweak their backline for Wales Test. "Damian would have . With Cheslin Kolbe still out with an injury, Nkosi unavailable owing to visa concerns, and Le Roux out due to rotation, the . . Damian Willemse in for Jesse Kriel . Jantjies' promotion to the starting line-up sees Cobus Reinach being drafted onto the replacements bench in the only change among the reserves. Lions unleash vd Merwe, Alberts & Swanepoel for Cardiff clash. 23 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 11 caps, 5pts (1t) Springbok record against Argentina: Played 31; Won 27, Lost 3, Drawn 1; Points for 1090, Points against 606; Tries scored 128, Tries conceded 56; Highest score 73 pts, Biggest win 60 pts; Win %: 87%. August 3, 2021. Published on November 2, 2021. As the most experienced of the back three with more than 40 caps, he's got the task of guiding the lesser seasoned, but highly talented Willemse. Springboks Team to Face Wales Announced. Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff will earn his 50th Test cap at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday in the second Test of the Castle Lager Lions Series, with Jasper Wiese named at No 8 in this crucial clash between South Africa and the British & Irish Lions. Springbok backline star Damian Willemse has signed a three-year contract extension with Western Province Professional Rugby (WPPR). The 23-year-old Willemse, who has quietly earned 12 caps for the Springboks, covers fullback, flyhalf and inside centre - and is embracing the challenge of having to assume multiple roles in the backline. Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel and Herschel Jantjies will start against Wales in Cardiff. 15 Damian Willemse, 14 Jesse Kriel, 13 Lukhanyo Am, 12 Damian de Allende, 11 Makazole Mapimpi, 10 Handre Pollard, 9 Herschel Jantjies, 8 Duane Vermeulen, 7 Kwagga Smith, 6 Siya Kolisi (captain), 5 . 23 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 8 caps, 5pts (1t) Facts and Stats: Handré Pollard needs two penalty goals to equal Jackie Snyman's record of six career penalty goals against the British & Irish Lions. On Tuesday, Nienaber named his team facing Wales in Cardiff on Saturday. Springbok team to face Wales in Cardiff: 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) Team News. Sbu Nkosi (Cell C Sharks, 3, 10 - 2t) 13. 2 - Bongi Mbonambi (DHL Stormers) - 45 caps, 45 pts (9t) 3 - Trevor Nyakane (Vodacom Bulls) - 51 caps, 5pts (1t) Nienaber made four changes to his matchday squad that defeated the All Blacks. The flyhalf or fullback had recently signed on as World Cup cover with Saracens but his stay in the English Premiership has been cut short. CARDIFF, Wales (AP) — South Africa will field a new-look backline featuring Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel and Herschel Jantjies against Wales at Principality Stadium on Saturday. Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff will earn his 50 th Test cap at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday in the second Test of the Castle Lager Lions Series, with Jasper Wiese named at No 8 in this crucial clash between South Africa and the British & Irish Lions.. Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber made three changes to his starting team and six in total to the matchday squad for the key encounter. The 20-year-old is regarded as the top backline talent to emerge in South Africa for years and had a solid 2018 Super Rugby season in the number 10 . Despite being used as a 10 at club level, Willemse has been used as a fullback by Rassie Erasmus for the Springboks in three of his six tests so far. Dweba to start as Boks make several team changes. Damian Willemse insists he doesn't care what position he plays for the Springboks, as his only goal is making the team.. The changes mean starts for Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel and Herschel Jantjies. The Springboks have rotated and rested several players for their Rugby Championship opener against Argentina at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium this Saturday. By Scrummage. N. nostrildamus @Stargazer. The flyhalf has been developing at the Stormers over that time, with 30 Super Rugby caps to his name since debuting as an 18-year-old in 2017.. Springbok backline star Damian Willemse has signed a three-year contract extension with Western Province Professional Rugby (WPPR). Damian Willemse (Stormers) - 14 . Vermeulen misses out as Springboks recall Morne Steyn. Most notably, Joseph Dweba will make his Springbok debut in a new-look team named by coach Jacques Nienaber on Tuesday. There are 180 caps in the backline with 310 caps amongst the forwards. 23. Springbok backline star Damian Willemse has signed a three-year contract extension with Western Province Professional Rugby (WPPR). 25 days ago. Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel and Herschel Jantjies will start against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday as Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber makes three changes to his starting line-up for their opening Autumn Nations Series Test. Willemse, who has 14 Test caps, will earn his fourth start in the green . 26th Nov 2021. Stats and facts: Test caps: The total test caps for the Springbok starting line-up is 490. DYLAN JACK reports. Jesse Kriel, 13. Springboks: 15. Willemse, who has 14 Test caps, earns his fourth start at fullback while it will be Jantjies' third Test in the No.9 jersey as he pairs up with Handré . Springbok team to face Wales in Cardiff: 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) 12 - Damian de Allende (Munster) - 55 caps, 35 pts (7t) 11 - Makazole Mapimpi (Cell C Sharks) - 22 caps, 85 pts (17t) Lukhanyo Am, 12. 15 - Damian Willemse (DHL Stormers) - 14 caps, 5pts (1t) 14 - Jesse Kriel (Canon Eagles) - 48 caps, 60 pts (12t) 13 - Lukhanyo Am (Cell C Sharks) - 23 caps, 25 pts (5t) Nienaber: You must always work hard for Test caps Damian Willemse congratulates Aphelele Fassi Published on November 3, 2021 Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber has shed further light on the decision to play Damian Willemse ahead of Aphelele Fassi and Willie le Roux at fullback against Wales on Saturday. Damian Willemse and Jesse Kriel have both been named to start as the Springboks opted for a new-look backline for the Test against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday. Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber . @stargazer said in Wales v South Africa: Springbok team to face Wales in Cardiff: 1 - Ox Nché (Cell C Sharks) - 6 caps, 0pts. A product of the Western Province Rugby youth structures who was identified as a dazzling talent from a young age, Willemse made his DHL Stormers debut in 2017 at the age of 18 and went on to lift the Carling Currie Cup with DHL Western Province later that same year. Elton Jantjies will start at flyhalf for the Springboks in Saturday's Test against Scotland, while Jesse Kriel and Franco Mostert will both earn their 50th caps. Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber named a 32-man squad for the team's November tour to the UK which culminates in a World Cup final rematch against England. Damian Willemse, Jesse Kriel and Herschel Jantjies will start against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday. Willemse, an exciting utility player who can feature almost anywhere in the backline, has been brought into the side that beat New Zealand last month in place of the rested Willie le Roux, and will add to his 14 Springbok caps. The flyhalf has been developing . There are 237 caps in the backline with 383 caps amongst the forwards. Springbok Team to Face Wales in Cardiff. Winger Jesse Kriel will also earn their 50th Test cap, while Frans Steyn is in line to set a new South African record for the longest international rugby career off the bench, taking over from Victor Matfield. . They were among four changes to the Springboks team which beat New Zealand 31-29 a month ago in Australia, for the opening match of their European tour. 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