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Willie Le Roux Answers Critics After Bulls’ 52–17 Rout of Lions

The Springbok centurion missed the derby under national rest protocols, not for form or retirement reasons.

Overview

  • The Vodacom Bulls scored eight tries in a 52–17 win over the Lions at Ellis Park, with Handré Pollard and Embrose Papier controlling the match.
  • Le Roux did not play because Springbok workload rules required a rest for the Jukskei derby.
  • Responding on X, he told one user “Cheers tjom… have a lekker weekend” and replied “Time for what?” to another who hinted at retirement.
  • He further wrote “I don’t have to prove anything to you” and suggested critics “ask the guys in the Bulls team” about his value.
  • Reports highlight his 100-plus Test caps and note he is currently vacationing in the Seychelles, with no change to his club or national standing.