“Thank God for Pollard” – Mzansi praises Handre Pollard after Springboks win

The Springboks overcame a shaky start to claim a crucial 49-18 win over Tonga in a Pool B match at a packed Stade de Marseille Velodrome in Marseille on 1 October 2023.

No doubt, the result from this bruising encounter all but assures the Springboks’ safe passage through to the quarter-finals of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

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MZANSI PRAISES HANDRE POLLARD AFTER SPRINGBOKS WIN

Undoubtedly, the Springboks have been topping trends with congratulatory messages flooding social media in the backdrop of the win.

In the backdrop of the Pool B match, Handre Pollard has been topping trends. He undoubtedly pulled a masterclass in his first Test appearance in over a year.

However, he wasn’t too flashy on the attack but oozed confidence and class, and many flooded social media to give him a stamp of approval for his performance.

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Many thought Handre Pollard was flawless off the kicking tee and strong in contact. He was one of the most-rated players with a 7/10 score despite playing for 50 minutes.

His presence also provided healthy competition between him and Manie Libbok.

MZANSI REACTS

Fans were more than convinced by Handre Pollard’s performance, and here are some comments that flooded social media in the backdrop of the win.

@renechampion65 posted: ” Handre Pollard brilliant. He is world class no more games without him!!!!!!!!”

@kaziieandiswa commented: “Where was Pollard last week, we need a rematch with Ireland 😭.”

@luxolo.peter.98 commented: “This game is mid/slow with Pollard I’m sorry. Put Libbok at 10, Pollard 12, Esterheizen 13, 11 Moodi.”

@thandolwethulmajola posted: “Thank God for Pollard! ❤️.”

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