Andre Esterhuizen has given his verdict on Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus\u2019 tactic of using him as a hybrid player where the regular inside centre also packs down on the flank for the world champions.<\/p>\n
Esterhuizen was first utilised on the side of the scrum during a one-sided 54-7 victory for the Springboks over the Barbarians in an exhibition match earlier this year and although he has not been used in the position again, he described it as an \u201cinteresting decision\u201d.<\/p>\n
The 31-year-old, who is 1.94 metres tall and weighs 114 kilograms, has the right size to make the transition from the backline to the forwards and although he has no qualms with making the switch, there has been one aspect of it which he is still coming to terms with.<\/p>\n
\u2018The size makes it easier to be able to do that\u2019<\/p>\n
\u201cIt was obviously an interesting decision. Luckily, the size makes it easier to be able to do that,\u201d Esterhuizen<\/a> told reporters at a press conference in Durban on Monday.<\/p>\n \u201cFor me, it was quite natural. Obviously, there are a few things to learn still and to pick up. But it is tough in front there, especially the training sessions.<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s a lot different than the backs\u2019 training sessions. But, for me, I quite like it. I give myself a bit more chance to get into the team.<\/p>\n \u201cFor me, wherever I go on, 12 or 6, I\u2019m just happy to play.\u201d<\/p>\n South Africa<\/a> will be back in action in the Rugby Championship<\/a> against Argentina<\/a> in Durban on Saturday and after four rounds of action all four of the competing nations still have a chance of winning the prestigious Southern Hemisphere tournament.<\/p>\n Each team has won two and lost as many Tests with the Wallabies setting the pace atop the table with 11 points, one ahead of the Springboks and All Blacks, and two clear of Los Pumas.<\/p>\n Springboks coach explains why Willie le Roux has rejoined the squad ahead of Argentina Tests<\/a><\/p>\n