One Bok in end-of-year World XV

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A formidable Springbok has been recognised among the standout performers during the November internationals under way in Europe.

Selecting a best of the best from those who have featured over the last three weeks of end-of-year Tests in the northern hemisphere, Wales Online’s lineup includes four Kiwis, three Frenchmen and three Irishmen.

Bok hard man Eben Etzebeth battled bravely for the world champions in losses to Ireland and France, and on the 108-Test-capped lock’s inclusion, Wales Online stated: “He couldn’t have done much more for the Springbok cause over the past couple of weeks during narrow defeats to Ireland and France.

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“The six-foot eight-inches second-row enforcer from the Western Cape, who is now with Durban’s Sharks, brings such a destructive, abrasive edge to proceedings, but he’s also comfortable with ball in hand and a real technician at the lineout.

“Just one of the most consistent performers in the world game.”

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Wales Online’s World XV – 15 Ange Capuozzo (Italy), 14 Damian Penaud (France), 13 Garry Ringrose (Ireland), 12 Gael Fickou (France), 11 Emiliano Boffelli (Argentina), 10 Richie Mo’unga (New Zealand), 9 Aaron Smith (New Zealand), 8 Taulupe Faletau (Wales), 7 Josh van der Flier (Ireland), 6 Ardie Savea (New Zealand), 5 Eben Etzebeth (South Africa), 4 Cameron Woki (France), 3 Tadhg Furlong (Ireland), 2 Codie Taylor (New Zealand), 1 Ellis Genge (England).

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