The Wallabies are counting the cost of a physical Test against the Springboks after picking up a series of injuries in the 33-7 defeat.
The Wallabies' first Test in the 2024 Rugby Championship against the Rugby World Cup Champion Springboks this Saturday in Brisbane is a sell-out.
Springbok scrumhalf Cobus Reinach gave his new halfback partner Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu some peace of mind ahead of what will probably mark the biggest match of the young pivot's career.
The inclusion of flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and No 8 Elrigh Louw are the most notable changes to the Springbok side set to tackle the Wallabies in Brisbane on Saturday.
Springboks RG Snyman and Grant Williams shared their thoughts on Saturday's Rugby Championship opener, while assistant coach Daan Human is looking forward to the scrum battle.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said his 33-strong squad were beaming with excitement for what he anticipates will be a challenging tour to Australia as they prepare to depart Down Under for the Rugby Championship on Wednesday.