Great News out of the Republic

South Africa scrumhalf Fourie du Preez will miss the entire international season after opting for shoulder surgery which will keep him out of action for six months.

Du Preez, who won his third Super 14 title with the Bulls last weekend, saw a specialist on Wednesday and decided to have an operation on the long-standing problem early next week.

The 28-year-old du Preez, considered the world's bet No.9, will be sidelined for Tests against France and Italy later this month as well as the Springboks' Tri Nations defence and end-of-year tour to Europe.

Du Preez had already been rested for Saturday's one-off Test against Wales.

He has said that he will retire from internationals after the World Cup in New Zealand next year.

AP

Burgs, I'm hoping that title came from the journo?

The title came from an overtired biased Wallaby supporter :redface:

Fair enough, I'm a Wallaby supporter too and understand the sentiment. I'm just never keen at rejoicing at other players misfortunes. (unless it's the pommy cricket team!)

Would never go beyond a "witty" headline WF, I am actually of the same conviction ;)

Probably a good thing for the Springboks. He needs a rest before RWC.

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Originally Posted by WF2006

Fair enough, I'm a Wallaby supporter too and understand the sentiment. I'm just never keen at rejoicing at other players misfortunes. (unless it's the pommy cricket team!)

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I think its a bit different with some of the Boks. Any injuries to Bakkies Botha, Schalk Burger, Butch James or any of the dirty cheap-shot players should be enjoyed. Comeuppance.

Du Preez is about as clean as they come so thats a bit different.

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

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Originally Posted by Burgs

South Africa scrumhalf Fourie du Preez will miss the entire international season after opting for shoulder surgery which will keep him out of action for six months.

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He will most probably be replaced by Cheetah half Sarel Pretorius So not much of a loss to the Saffas

Funny, I've never thought someone requiring surgery like that was ever great news

Having not seen the Springboks named yet, I hoped this was saying Grant hadn't been selected!

Was that the sound of Lara jumping off the Narrows??? :eek:

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Originally Posted by GIGS20

Having not seen the Springboks named yet, I hoped this was saying Grant hadn't been selected!

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When I asked Andre Pretorius if he is going to stay with the Force his answer was and I quote: I will let you know the moment I know.....
So it looks as if there is something going on behind the scenes.