Springbok utility back Damian Willemse has raised his hand to slot in at flyhalf if the game situation requires in Saturday’s series first Test against Wales at Loftus.
“There is always the possibility of any injury and if Elton goes down, I can cover at 10 or even at 12,” he said as the Boks ramped up their preparations for the clash at what will be a Loftus packed to the rafters. “I am excited to play fullback. The last time I played fullback was during the regular season against the Bulls.
“It is something that we have been working on with the coaches for a few years now while I’ve been in the setup. It is something that I am comfortable with — even at the Stormers I have been playing multiple roles at 12, 15 and in one Sharks game I went to wing.
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