During South Africa’s narrow 14-10 loss to New Zealand on Saturday last, Duane Vermeulen gave an almost peerless performance, despite ending up on the losing team.
Physicality, commitment to the break-down and ball carrying, the 28 year old Stormers game had it all, something which Richie McCaw can vouch for.
The talismanic Kiwi was rocked to the ground by the force of the South African’s shoulder in what was the earliest shot in a fascinating back row battle.
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