John Smit Calls On Boks To Select Montpellier Duo

Former Springbok hooker and captain John Smit has called on the Springboks to select two members of the 2007 World Cup Winning squad.

Smit believes Montpellier duo Bismarck du Plessis and Frans Steyn could add value to the team in 2019. Both players were initially part of Rassie Erasmus' plans in 2018 but were withdrawn in somewhat mysterious circumstances due to "injuries".

Du Plessis last feature for the Springboks at the Rugby World Cup in England while Steyn featured in the 2017 June Tests against France. 

Speaking to Netwerk24 at a function in Stellenbosch on Tuesday Smit said: "I still think they can add value, but both currently play at a club not eager to make its players available. However, I think there will definitely be opportunities for them to play this year,"

"The question is whether their club will allow them to play and if Rassie wants to use them. But I can't see why he wouldn't want that sort of experience at his disposal. You saw what Frans meant for us in 2007," Smit added, referring to South Africa's World Cup triumph in France in 2007.

Du Plessis has represented the Springboks 79 times while Steyn has 56 test caps to his name.

Story via: Sport 24