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Heyneke: Rudolph deserves Bok chance

Heyneke Meyer believes Bulls loose forward Jeandré Rudolph should be selected for the Springboks' tour of Europe in November.

By Simon Borchardt · SA Rugby Magazine

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 5:12 AM

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Heyneke Meyer stated that Bulls forward Jeandré Rudolph deserves a call-up to the Springboks' European tour.
Rudolph scored a standout try in the Bulls' 56-20 Champions Cup victory against Stade Français.
Meyer praised the 32-year-old's exceptional breakdown work, ball-carrying ability, and loose-forward versatility.

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Former South Africa head coach Heyneke Meyer stated that Bulls loose forward Jeandré Rudolph deserves selection for the Springboks' upcoming European tour in November. The 32-year-old impressed off the bench and scored a solo try during the Bulls' 56-20 Investec Champions Cup victory against Stade Français at Loftus Versfeld.

Speaking to Rapport, Meyer highlighted Rudolph's breakdown technique, versatility across the back row, and ability to win turnovers. Meyer argued that Rudolph warrants an opportunity at Test level to build necessary squad depth ahead of the Rugby World Cup.

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