Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus invited a group of 26 players consisting mainly of overseas-based players to the first virtual Springbok alignment camps of the year.
Although Pieter-Steph du Toit is expected to miss the bulk of the Japan Rugby League One season with a shoulder injury, he should be back in time for the first Springbok Test of the year.
The nominees have been revealed for the 2024 SA Rugby Awards, including an incredible cast of contenders for the Men's Player of the Year.
Springbok Pieter-Steph du Toit cemented his place in history by becoming the first South African to be named the World Men's 15s Player of the Year for a second time.
Four Springbok stars have been named among the nominees in two of the eight categories at the upcoming 2024 World Rugby Awards in Monaco next week.
Springbok fullback Aphelele Fassi said players such as Eben Etzebeth, Siya Kolisi and Pieter-Steph du Toit inspired him immensely to further his international career after becoming a regular in the squad this season.