In the build up to the Rugby Championship clash between the Springboks and All Blacks at Mbombela Stadium, DEVIN HERMANUS previews the midfield duel.
In the build up to next week’s Rugby Championship clash between the Springboks and All Blacks at Mbombela Stadium,De Allende has made the Springbok No 12 jersey his own despite fierce competition, thanks in no small part to his potent mix of physicality and skill.
What were once considered as weaknesses – his tendency to carry the ball into contact and get involved at the breakdown – have been turned into the strengths that make him one of the world’s best in his position.
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