The following comments by Vermeulen put the normal BS by SS-S in perspective:-
For the fourth match in a row, the Springboks will face a team that either has Afrikaans speakers or South African-born coaches or players in the squad.
This time the Boks are likely to face Lappies Labuschagne, the former Cheetahs and Bulls loose forward with whom Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen will be teaming up in a few months.
"Lappies is among the top four tacklers in the tournament at the moment so it’s going to be tough for us," said Vermeulen.
"Japan have world-class players and guys that are earning respect in-and-out every week.
"Some of the guys are a bit younger but they are building in character in their career, while Michael Leitch has been around the block a couple of seasons and has been part of teams that have lifted Super Rugby trophies.
"Lappies was also a young guy coming up when I played. He’s a really good guy, actually knows and understands the game really well and I think it’s fantastic to see him in a Japanese jersey and representing Japan and getting an opportunity to play at a World Cup.
"It’s going to be fun out there, coming up against your team-mate - because in a few months I’ll be teaming up with him against the likes of Michael Leitch and other guys.
"It’s going to fun and a good challenge and I’m pretty much looking forward to it."
Vermeulen will be joining Labuschagne at the Kubota Spears at the end of the tournament.
Would rather believe Vermeulen than the idiotic liar SS-S. Apparently understanding the game is beyond his comprehension and that of the duds he routinely supports and supported in the past as well. LMAO
