As expected, the Springboks have leaned heavily on their World Cup winners in their squad for next month's series against the British & Irish Lions. He hasn't played Test rugby since October 2016, but has been a standout performer for the Bulls since Jake White has taken over. Aside from Simelane, Sharks trio of Aphelele Fassi, Joseph Dweba and Yaw Penxe also received dream call-ups to the wider squad. The consistent magic produced by former Blitzboks legend Rosko Specman over the past two years has also been rewarded with a call-up. The presence of the Du Preez twins, Dan and Jean-Luc, also presents the Boks with a variety of options, particularly Jean-Luc, who's been excellent at lock for Sale Sharks.

Source: News 24 June 05, 2021 16:52 UTC