Thomas Du Toit lauded Ox Nche, one of three Springboks who, along with Malcolm Marx and Pieter-Steph du Toit, were included on the four-player shortlist for the World Rugby Men’s 15s Player of the Year award.
Nche is the prop to be nominated for the award, and Du Toit was very proud of his fellow front-ranker, who was ruled out of the tour due to an injury he sustained in the opener against Japan.
“Ox is a special person and an incredible rugby player, and I’m grateful that he’s getting the recognition,” said Du Toit.
“I think everyone knows what a great player he is and the way he plays the game. So, to get this type of recognition, I’m very glad for him, and if I could have it my way, I’d like to see him win the award.”