Bismarck du Plessis has been called up to the Springbok World Cup squad as a replacement for Pierre Spies. He talked about his and his family’s delight at his selection.
“It was quite a thrill for me,†said the Sharks hooker.
“It was a disappointment when I originally missed out on selection. After all you play to go to a World Cup as that the dream of every rugby player.
“Now my dream is being fulfilled and will be complete when we bring the Webb-Ellis Cup back home.
“Coming in as a hooker as a replacement for a flank has not really sunk in as yet. I have not had a chance to talk to coach Jake White as yet as it has been a busy day getting all my stuff sorted, going home and getting my clothes and everything related to the call-up.
“It has been quite a rush so far.
“I am sure that the coach has a very good plan in mind and I will stick with his decision.
“The family in Bethlehem are very pleased. No family in the world would not be delighted if their son is rewarded with a chance to play for his country. Mine is no exception to the rule.
“I had no words to explain the thrill and when I phoned my Dad to tell him of my selection he started crying, such was his emotion.”
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