The Springbok Rugby World Cup squad in France is packed with experienced campaigners who have seen it all before, but there are those who will cherish this new opportunity.
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok may be going to France with the weight of South Africa on his shoulders, but the would-be debutant cannot look past making the 2023 Rugby World Cup selection in the first place.
Veteran No 8 Duane Vermeulen will lead a new-look Springbok team in Saturday's Rugby Championship finale against Argentina at Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg.
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok has reportedly put an end to speculation over his future by signing a contract extension with the Stormers keeping him in Cape Town until 2027.
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok is desperate to make the Springbok squad Rugby World Cup squad.
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok cut a relaxed figure as he addressed the media on Thursday, even though he knows the Wallabies will be targeting him come Saturday.