Marx credits 'healthy competition' for his top notch performance

Team of the Year list from last year, Springbok hooker Malcolm Marx was one of the first names put down because of his performance level.

“I wouldn’t say I was at that level. I was happy with some performances and disappointed with some performances. There’s never a perfect game, there’s always room for improvement and to getting better. I was pleased with some, but there’s room for improvement,” said Marx speaking on Wednesday during the Boks and Cadbury partnership launch. The chocolate makers were announced as the official confectionery supplier to the Springboks.

The former Lions player is arguably one of the most important pieces for the Boks ahead of the defence of the Rugby World Cup title in France. What has seen Marx get better is the competition for the hooker position in the Boks setup. Having to fend off Bongi Mbonambi and Joseph Dweba for a spot has challenged him to be better.

As the Boks prepare, Jacques Nienaber’s imminent departure after the World Cup for Irish province Leinster is viewed by some as an element that could disturb the team. However, Marx insists Nienaber and the team are focused on the mission at hand.

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