Latest update on Springbok star who was 'close to retiring'

Latest update on Springbok star who was 'close to retiring'

One of the most underrated Springbok players of all time is undoubtedly powerful prop Frans Malherbe, who has been the bedrock of a formidable scrum for the better part of the last decade, but has very rarely been the man in the headlines – both due to his understated personality and the nature of his position. Sadly, Malherbe has not played for the Springboks since September 2024, with the 34-year-old having battled with both neck and back issu…

Why Rassie Erasmus convinced Frans Malherbe to shelve retirement plan while fellow Springbok is 'two years younger' due to injury

Rassie Erasmus and Daan Human take stock of the Springboks' props with Frans Malherbe convinced to not retire and Trevor Nyakane working his way back from injury.