Damian Willemse
New ZealandathleteMale6.3Global Dominance: 0.00%Damian Willemse is a talented South African rugby union player who plays as a fly-half and fullback. Emerging as a prominent figure in his early career, he is known for his dynamic playing style, strong defensive skills, and ability to read the game. Willemse has been instrumental in the Springboks' recent performances, showcasing his potential as one of the future stars of rugby.
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Damian Willemse is also part of the best back three in the world.
All Blacks: Dave Rennie’s challenges to catch the Springboks by next year’s Rugby World CupNew Zealand· 2026-09-14
Damian Willemse had a very quiet performance overall.
All Blacks v Springboks: Player ratings for Rassie Erasmus’ men in BaltimoreNew Zealand· 2026-09-13
Damian Willemse replaces Cheslin Kolbe at fullback for the Springboks.
All Blacks v Springboks: Live updates from the test in BaltimoreNew Zealand· 2026-09-12
Damian Willemse was highlighted for his aerial dominance during the match.
Springboks unleash big-game brutality on faltering England
United Kingdom· 2026-07-05
Damian Willemse provided an excellent offload that led to a try.
South Africa 45-21 England: Boks outclass visitors in JohannesburgUnited Kingdom· 2026-07-04
Damian Willemse will win his 50th cap as part of the starting line-up.
Springboks pick Libbok at 10 to face England :: Mmegi Online
Botswana· 2026-06-30
The mix of Damian de Allende, Jesse Kriel, Canan Moodie, Damian Willemse and even Andre Esterhuizen gives them different ways of playing.
Matt Dawson column: 'England players now double in size in shirt'United Kingdom· 2026-02-08
Damian Willemse suggested that the Springboks felt disrespected by claims of a weakened team.
Beating the Boks boils down to mindset – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-11-19
Damian Willemse is the fullback for South Africa.
Five things we learned from Ireland’s win over Japan – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-10
Damian Willemse got opportunities to show off his dazzling footwork.
Argentina 27-29 South Africa: Springboks win back-to-back Rugby ChampionshipsUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-04
Damian Willemse is mentioned as a player in the context of rugby.
Wallabies and All Blacks shouldn’t blame the referees, they need to adapt to how Test rugby is played
Australia· 2025-09-28
In for Damian de Allende and made the most of the start.
All Blacks v Springboks: How the Springboks rated in the Wellington testNew Zealand· 2025-09-14Damian Willemse also crossed for the Springboks in their victory over the All Blacks.
All Blacks v South Africa: World media reacts to record defeat in WellingtonNew Zealand· 2025-09-13
Damian Willemse powered over the line to extend South Africa's lead.
Rugby Championship: New Zealand 10-43 South Africa, Australia 26-28 ArgentinaUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-13
Damian Willemse scored a try for South Africa in the match.
Imperious South Africa inflict heaviest ever Test defeat on All Blacks – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-13
Damian Willemse’s creativity adding another playmaker in the midfield.
All Blacks prepare for revamped Springboks after Rassie Erasmus gamble - OpinionNew Zealand· 2025-09-09
Damian Willemse is part of the Springboks team to face the All Blacks in Wellington.
Springboks team: Rassie Erasmus makes sweeping backline changes for second test in WellingtonNew Zealand· 2025-09-08Three of the backs − scrumhalf Faf de Klerk, former Munster centre Damian Allende and fullback Damian Willemse – were 31.
Think you know when it’ll be time to tell Bundee Aki and Tadhg Furlong to step aside? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-14
South Africa with Handré Pollard and Willie le Roux or Damian Willemse.
I feel for Marcus Smith: Borthwick was never prepared to build team around him | England rugby union teamUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-08
