3. Jannie du Plessis 7
A commanding performance at scrum time, delivering some fine attacking ball to the Boks off first phase thanks to his efforts. The knock on the head didn’t seem to phase him. Proved his detractors wrong, however next week will be the big test.
Sport24: 7
Rugby365: 7/10
OuGrote: 7.5
Respect to Jannie Du Plessis destroying his opponent in the scrum
— #RugbyFifteen.com (@RugbyFifteen) July 18, 2015
2. Bismarck du Plessis 7.5
Getting back to his best just in time for the World Cup. Made three turnovers at crucial times in the game and was a constant menace at the breakdown and in general play. His pre-determined substitution for the out-of-form Adriaan Strauss arguable cost the Boks the match.
Sport24: 7.5
Rugby365: 7/10
OuGrote: 7.5
3. Bizarre subs. Bismarck was immense. To bring him off simply does not make sense. #Rugbyriddles
— The Niels Momberg (@nielspm) July 18, 2015
1. Beast Mtawarira 7
Strong at scrum-time, forming a dominant partnership with the Du Plessis brothers. Also put in some work in the loose. His substitution was surprising.
Sport24: 7
Rugby365: 7/10
OuGrote: 6.5
@Pedro7241cw Yip surprised with Beast and Bismarck replacement,but then we need to understand they are building a group for WC,not excuse
— Ruggaworld (@RuggaWorld) July 18, 2015