‘He Sets a Great Example,’ Says Rassie as Jesse Is Bok Skipper No 67

Jesse Kriel: Springbok captain's relationship status and rugby roots [PICS]

Springbok star Jesse Kriel’s good looks and fit physique have made him a heartthrob, sparking curiosity about his relationship status....

‘He sets a great example,’ says Rassie as Jesse is Bok skipper No 67

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has identified Jesse Kriel, who will be the 67th Springbok captain when he leads the side against Italy at Loftus Versfeld, as a critical leadership component of the team.

Bok front row belongs to Wilco Louw

Bulls bruiser Wilco Louw will lead the line at tighthead for the Boks in 2025, according to SARugbymag.co.za readers. With two-time World Cup winner Frans Malherbe sidelined indefinitely, readers were polled on which tighthead would anchor the Springbok scrum this year. Louw was the runaway favourite, receiving more than 75% of the vote, while English Premiership champion Thomas du Toit was second choice with just under 10%. Lions heavyweight As…

Boks name squad for Italy test

The Springboks have named a powerful squad to take on Italy this weekend, with Jesse Kriel set to captain the side for a second consecutive Test in the absence of regular skipper Siya Kolisi, who’s been ruled out with a minor injury, Cape {town} Etc reports. Kriel, who recently became the 67th player to captain the national side, will once again lead from midfield, supported by Eben Etzebeth as vice-captain. Etzebeth returns to the engine room a…

Jesse Kriel leads Springboks again as Siya Kolisi sits out

Siya Kolisi will miss the Springboks' clash with Italy due to injury. Jesse Kriel captains again as Vincent Tshituka prepares for his first Test cap at Loftus.

Springboks team: World Cup hero makes long-awaited return against Italy as Rassie Erasmus explains Siya Kolisi's absence

Damian Willemse will make his long-awaited Springboks return while Jesse Kriel becomes the Springboks' 67th captain against Italy in Pretoria on Saturday.