After a long wait for his return to the Springbok starting lineup, Embrose Papier admits he is feeling a mix of nerves and excitement ahead of Saturday's clash.
Bulls scrumhalf Embrose Papier has been rewarded for his excellent form this season, scooping the South African United Rugby Championship Player of the Season award.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has included Embrose Papier and several Junior Bok stars in the 40-man alignment camp later this month.
Embrose Papier's impressive performances for the Bulls this season have not gone unnoticed by the Springbok setup, coach Johan Ackermann has revealed.
Bulls flyhalf Handre Pollard says Embrose Papier is playing at the top of his game and would add plenty of value to the national setup if the Springboks were to call him up.
Bulls scrumhalf Embrose Papier has penned a new deal with the franchise which will see him continue to dazzle in Pretoria until June 2027.