LEADER OF MEN: Swiss Army Knife Esterhuizen becomes ninth new Springbok captain in Rassie era
Utility player André Esterhuizen will become the 68th man to lead the Springboks in a Test when they take on the Wallabies in Perth on Sunday.
André Esterhuizen has been named as the ninth captain of the Springboks in Rassie Erasmus's era, ready to lead the team against the Wallabies in Perth on Sunday. The versatile player, known for his utility on the field, will join an elite group of leaders for South Africa. Erasmus praised Esterhuizen's selflessness, team-first attitude, and willingness to play multiple positions.
The coach aims to build depth and rotation throughout the squad, with several players returning from the previous series against the All Blacks. Esterhuizen's appointment as captain also comes as a welcome sign of the squad's inclusivity and depth.
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