Springbok utility forward Franco Mostert felt his side “really stepped up” against England after wrapping up their Castle Lager Outgoing Tour with a positive result at Twickenham on Saturday.

The South Africans ended their eight-year wait to beat England at Twickenham after they secured an emphatic 27-13 victory this past weekend.

Mostert, who was named man of the match, has stressed the importance of the squad depth, which he believes played an important role throughout this season.

“It was difficult against Ireland,” said Mostert, who was named Man of the Match at Twickenham.

“We walked away losing marginally and we also just lost out against France. But we are building the squad for next year and the depth is getting better with the younger guys coming through. So, we’ve learned a lot and hopefully we can start off next year well.

“It’s always an honour to play at a full Twickenham. We knew it was going to take a great comeback but well done to the boys for the great work after a hard training week.

“That’s just a bonus. I’m just glad the boys played well and to win. That was amazing.

“The forwards sat down on Monday and said if we want it to be a good week we have to stick together and give everything, and everyone really stepped up.”

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