The Springboks managed to overcome a gutsy Italian side despite an early red card shown to Franco Mostert and some baffling match officiating in Turin on Saturday.
The 14-man Springboks beat a courageous Azzurri outfit 32-14.
However, it was not smooth sailing by any means for Rassie Erasmus and his charges.
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Let’s take a look at the Springboks who stood out – and those that were below par.
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SPRINGBOKS WHO FIRED AMIDST THE FOG IN ITALY
Damian Willemse – 8/10
Willemse was cool, calm and collected when it mattered most for the
