Jean-Luc Du Preez speaks on his Springbok return
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Jean‑Luc du Preez has earned a recall to the Springboks' 54‑man training squad ahead of the mid‑year internationals. Coach Rassie Erasmus retained him in the latest selection, marking Du Preez’s return to national contention since his previous appearances in 2023.
The 29‑year‑old Sale Sharks forward brings valuable versatility, capable of packing down at lock or flanker, a skill set the Springboks are strengthening as they gear up for the Rugby Championship and a packed test calendar.
Du Preez, capped 14 times between 2016 and 2018, will join the squad as part of a broader effort to mesh established World Cup winners with fresh talent, ensuring both depth and continuity. He speaks on his return to the national team. See below:
🗣️ "Nothing flashy, just to do my job to the best of my ability."
— SuperSport Rugby (@SSRugby) June 26, 2025
Jean-Luc du Preez will wear the eight jersey this weekend against the Baa-Baas.
He knows that the loose forwards position is probably the most competitive in the squad 👀 pic.twitter.com/2cvA90tvxm
