Retired Bok hooker answers Rassie's call
SQUAD UPDATE: Hooker Schalk Brits has been added to the Springbok squad and has already joined the group in Bloemfontein, it was confirmed on Monday.
Rassie Erasmus, the Director of Rugby at SA Rugby, believes that Brits can play a similar role in the current Springbok setup such as experienced players Duane Vermeulen and Willie le Roux.
The 37-year-old Brits retired from rugby after the 2017/2018 European club season after representing Saracens for a number of seasons.
Brits previously represented the Lions and the Stormers in Super Rugby.
Hooker Schalk Brits has been added to the Springbok squad and joined up with the group in Bloemfontein on Monday. @MTNza #LoveRugby pic.twitter.com/rZvFFfRb6s
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“We are busy with building experience, continuity and capacity towards the Rugby World Cup, so we want our young players rubbing shoulders with experienced players such as Duane, Vermeulen and Willie le Roux,” explained Erasmus.
“I want Schalk to perform a similar role, because he has extensive inside knowledge and plenty of experience from playing for Saracens in the English and European conditions. It’s a great way for our younger guys to learn the trade of international rugby from these guys.”
The Springbok team to face England in the second Test in Bloemfontein’s Free State Stadium will be named on Thursday.
Brits appeared in a Late Tackle episode where he expressed his willingness to represent the Springboks again. Watch the video below!
