Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber says the Springboks will continue to make use of their larger squad throughout the busy World Cup season and at the tournament itself.
Eben Etzebeth will make his return from a shoulder injury when he captains the Springboks against New Zealand in Auckland on Saturday.
Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids said he expected a physical grind against New Zealand at Mount Smart Stadium in Auckland in the second Rugby Championship clash on Saturday.
Tom Hooper will make his debut at flank for the Wallabies against the Boks on Saturday, while head coach Eddie Jones has picked another three debutants on the bench.
Springbok fullback Willie le Roux is back in South Africa after penning a new contract with the Blue Bulls.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has issued another positive update as he continues his recovery from a knee injury.