Springboks Pieter-Steph du Toit, Malcolm Marx, Ox Nche, and Ethan Hooker have been nominated for the prestigious World Rugby Awards for 2026, it was announced on Tuesday.
Springbok wing Ethan Hooker says world rankings will count for little when South Africa face Italy at the Juventus Stadium in Turin on Saturday.
Springbok wing Ethan Hooker made his international debut against Italy earlier this year and believes they will be a different beast in Turin this weekend.
Springbok newcomers Ethan Hooker and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu could barely contain their joy and pride after being part of the Boks' record-breaking win over the All Blacks.
Ethan Hooker may be just two Tests into his international career, but the Springbok back insists he's not overawed by the prospect of starting against the All Blacks in one of rugby's fiercest rivalries.
Four fringe players have become victims of the Springboks' shock loss to the Wallabies at Ellis Park this past Saturday.