XV Reasons To Be Excited: #1 Beast

The Beast is the first of XV Boks we'd like to see more of in the Green and Gold.

What started off as such a promising season for the Springboks in 2010 imploded in rather spectacular fashion on an unsuccessful away leg of the Tri-Nations.

Injuries to key players, fatigue and an unwillingness from the coaching staff drop misfiring players all contributed to the winless trip.

We’ve compiled a list of fifteen players who didn’t get a chance – either through injury, cooling their heels oon the bench or being left out – to play in the Tri-Nations to prove to you that things aren’t all doom and gloom in South Africa. 

We’ll be unveiling our team over the next week.  Keep logging on to see who we’ve selected and have your say on our facebook page.

1.  Beast Mtawarira

The Beast’s unfortunate, and rather unfair, suspension from Springbok duty has been somewhat overlooked due to the good form of Gurthro Steenkamp.  His pace around the park and high impact game shouldn’t be so quickly forgotten.  His mobility makes him as effective as another loose forward and that speed allows him to fly into the collision – something that has been missing from the Boks this season.  It’s time for Gurthro to take a well earned rest and for the Beast to put the spark back into the Springbok pack. 

Here is an interview we did last year with The Beast and Francois Steyn to get to know them better.

One to watch:  Wicus Blaauw

The Stormers prop continues to battle with injury, but looks to have all the makings of a future Springbok prop.  He’s young, mobile and doesn’t shirk the hard work up front. 

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Jul 29, 2010 | Categories: Rugby, Slider | Tags: Africa, Beast, Government, Gurthro Steenkamp, South Africa, South Africa national rugby union team, Springbok, Tendai Mtawarira, Tri Nations | Leave A Comment »