Springbok fullback Damian Willemse was superb against Italy. Image: AFP
For several reasons, the Springboks’ 32-14 defeat of Italy in Turin must rank among Rassie Erasmus’ top 10 most gratifying wins, given this was a performance of the highest standards in the face of rank adversity. I can picture Erasmus in the Bok change room saying, “The officials can throw whatever they want at us, but we will suck it up and show them the middle finger.” This unbelievably dramatic game will sadly be recalled for the ridiculous red card given to Franco Mostert, but it should equally be revered as a
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