Springbok centre Damian de Allende wants to put some respect back in the green and gold jersey during the upcoming Ireland series.
Springboks Damian de Allende and Lood de Jager were honoured for their effort in the latest Japan League One season.
A late try from Springbok star Damian de Allende sent Saitama Wild Knights into the Japan Rugby League One final with a 20-17 win over Yokohama Canon Eagles on Saturday.
According to their teammates, Damian de Allende and Willie le Roux are the two most underrated players in the Springbok team.
The Springboks know the enormity of the task that awaits them against France on Sunday but believe they have the World Cup pedigree to face up to it.
The Springboks are fully embracing and welcoming the challenge of squaring off against a formidable Ireland outfit in Paris on Saturday night.