Kriel sets sights on becoming a Bok

Bulls utility back David Kriel says he is focusing on his own skillsets as he targets the "massive honour" that would be Springbok selection.

- Nicholas Zaal

The 26-year-old has long made it clear he has Springbok ambitions but was only selected for his first Bok alignment camp in early March this year.

He said this week he had learned much from it, as evidenced by the big match temperament he showed by slotting the tight-angled penalty kick in extra time to secure a 21-20 win over previously undefeated Leinster at the weekend.

This drew praise from Bulls boss Jake White, who called Kriel "gold for us".

"He marked a top backline, and has been playing really good rugby," White said.