Cobus Reinach Reaches 50 Appearances for the Springboks
South Africa scrum-half Cobus Reinach is set to celebrate his 50th appearance for the Springboks. This will happen in the match against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday, as part of a team with numerous changes from last week’s encounter. The Boks coach, Rassie Erasmus, has made nine changes to the team that beat Ireland in Dublin. This is largely because the match is played outside the international window, which forces players to return to their clubs. Despite these changes, the world champions do not have a team of substitutes. Players like Siya Kolisi, Damian de Allende, and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu will be in the starting lineup.Cobus is a true team player and has been an outstanding player for us this season and over the years, so we are delighted to see him achieve this milestone.
Rassie Erasmus
Erasmus anticipates a considerable challenge from Wales, despite the fact that they have also lost several players due to commitments with their clubs. The coach added: “Both teams are in a similar situation regarding player availability, but they have a balanced team with some experienced players and several youngsters who will be eager to stand out.” “Therefore, we expect them to come out with everything and make it difficult for us. This is also the last match of the year for both teams, so there is no doubt that they will give their all to end the season on a high note and try to improve their world ranking, with the Rugby World Cup draw next week.”Springboks: Damian Willemse, Ethan Hooker, Damian de Allende, Andre Esterhuizen, Canan Moodie, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, Morne van den Berg, Jasper Wiese, Franco Mostert, Siya Kolisi, Ruan Nortje, Jean Kleyn, Wilco Louw, Johan Grobbelaar, Gerhard SteenekampSubstitutes: Bongi Mbonambi, Zachary Porthen, Asenathi Ntlabakanye, Eben Etzebeth, Marco van Staden, Ben-Jason Dixon, Kwagga Smith, Cobus ReinachHe has patiently waited for his opportunities and seized each one with both hands, so seeing him achieve this at 35 makes it an even more remarkable feat.
Rassie Erasmus
