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The Citizen
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Bryan Habana backs Edwill van der Merwe to break Bok record
Springbok legend Bryan Habana expects winger Edwill van der Merwe to make history against the Wallabies at Emirates Airline Park tomorrow. The 29-year-old speedster has scored five tries in his first three Tests against Wales, Italy and Georgia, and will become the first Bok to cross in each of his first four matches if he dots down in Joburg. Habana, speaking at the Peregrine Capital X Rugby Centurions launch party yesterday, said he's excited by what Van der Merwe and the other Bok wingers have achieved. 'They are redefining how people see wing play,' said Habana. 'Edwill could become the first Springbok to score tries in his first four matches, and I always tell people, records are there to be broken. 'If I look at what Cheslin [Kolbe] is doing, Kurt-Lee [Arendse] and Makazole [Mapoimpi] and how they've been given that platform to showcase their talents and individualism, it is phenomenal. 'As a fan, it is brilliant to see how those who have been given the opportunity in the Springbok team are going out and performing. Long may that continue, and records be broken.' EDWILL: No pressure on me to score tries Habana, who scored a record 67 tries for the Boks in 124 Tests, believes Van der Merwe's work ethic and unique skill set make him a constant threat. 'Edwill has been playing incredible rugby over the last six or seven years. He grafted hard and is a player who puts himself in positions to surprise opposition. 'His off-the-mark speed is excellent, his vision to pop up where opponents do not expect him to, and his power-to-weight ratio is up there with Cheslin. He wears his heart on his sleeve, and that is brilliant. 'It is a phenomenal opportunity to create some rugby history.' 'Ellis Park is one of my favourite stadiums of all time!' Edwill van der Merwe gets another chance to impress in a Springbok jersey on a pitch he knows all too well #SSRugby | #TheRugbyChampionship — SuperSport Rugby (@SSRugby) August 14, 2025 The post Habana backs Edwill to break Bok record appeared first on SA Rugby magazine. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal.
IOL News
2 days ago
- Sport
- IOL News
Bryan Habana praises South Africa's wingers ahead of Rugby Championship opener
Former Springbok wing Bryan Habana is delighted to see the Bok wingers dominate the scene in world rugby ahead of their opening Rugby Championship Test against Australia in Johannesburg. Image: Backpagepix Springbok legend Bryan Habana is thrilled that South Africa's dynamic wingers are being given the freedom to shine on the rugby field, a sentiment he expressed as the Boks prepare for their Rugby Championship opener against Australia at Ellis Park on Saturday. Habana, known for his own phenomenal wing play, is especially excited about the talents of Cheslin Kolbe, Kurt-Lee Arendse, and Edwill van der Merwe, who, alongside the experienced Makazole Mapimpi, are setting the rugby world alight with their performances. Arendse and Van der Merwe are primed to feature as the wings in this crucial match in Johannesburg (5.10 pm start), marking a significant moment in their careers. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Habana, speaking at the Peregrine Capital X Rugby Centurions launch party, is excited for what is to come from the Boks and their pocket rockets. 'They are redefining how people see wing play,' Habana said about the scrum-capped hotsteppers of the Boks. 'Edwill could become the first Springbok to score tries in his first four matches, and I always tell people, records are there to be broken. If I look at what Cheslin is doing, Kurt-Lee and Makazole and how they've been given that platform to showcase their talents and individualism, it is phenomenal. 'As a fan, it is brilliant to see how those who have been given the opportunity in the Springbok team are going out and performing. Long may that continue, and records be broken.' On the verge of rewriting history ✍️ No Springbok player has ever scored in his first four matches, with a few coming close.. Edwill van der Merwe will look to become the first when he takes to the field in his next game 👀#SSRugby | #TheRugbyChampionship — SuperSport Rugby (@SSRugby) August 5, 2025 Van der Merwe will look to grasp the opportunity of breaking that try-scoring record in his first Test against Australia. The 29-year-old took the road less travelled into the Bok setup but has shown his worth in his first three matches. Habana backs him to make history at his former provincial hunting ground. 'Edwill has been playing incredible rugby over the last six or seven years. He grafted hard and is a player who puts himself in positions to surprise opposition. It is no small feat that he is where he is in terms of his success rate. 'His off-the-mark speed is excellent, his vision to pop up where opponents do not expect him to, and his power-to-weight ratio is up there with Cheslin. He wears his heart on his sleeve, and that is brilliant. 'It is a phenomenal opportunity to create some rugby history.'
