Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named a 46-man squad featuring six uncapped players and a host of returning Bulls players for the inaugural Nations Championship.
Despite defensive concerns raised by Rassie Erasmus, the Springboks overpowered the Barbarians 80-31 at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, running in a flurry of tries in a one-sided contest.
The Springboks ran in 12 tries in an 80-31 victory over a dangerous but ultimately outmatched Barbarians side in an entertaining season-opening clash in Gqeberha.
The South Africa 'A' team showcased the next generation of talent in the country in a comprehensive 40-0 victory against Zimbabwe at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi and his SA 'A' counterpart Vincent Tshituka are bracing themselves for challenging encounters as the international seasons kicks off on Saturday with a thrilling double-header at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.
Springbok loose forward Emmanuel Tshituka says being part of the national setup is something he and his brother Vincent once only dreamed about.