SA Rugby have announced that current coach Jacques Nienaber will step down from his duties with the Springboks upon the conclusion of the upcoming 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Wallabies head coach Eddie Jones believes that playing in Europe has its benefits but that the slower pace of the game could hamper the Springboks later this year.
SA Rugby's head of athletic performance Andy Edwards believes the Springboks will hit their straps at the right time and are on course to defend their title as world champions in France later this year.
Veteran Springbok utility back Frans Steyn's hopes of featuring at a fourth Rugby World Cup hangs in the balance.
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi believes competing in Northern Hemisphere competitions will strengthen South African rugby, especially with the 2023 Rugby World Cup in Europe.
Springbok utility back Cheslin Kolbe claims preparations for the 2023 Rugby World Cup began in 2022, rather than when they had their first alignment camp in February.