Springbok fullback Willie le Roux is back in South Africa after penning a new contract with the Blue Bulls.
Duane Vermeulen will lead the Springboks for the third time when they take to the field for their Rugby Championship opener against Australia at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has issued another positive update as he continues his recovery from a knee injury.
Wallabies prop Allan Alaalatoa knows it won't be easy against the Springboks on Saturday, regardless of who they select to start their Rugby Championship opener at Loftus Versfeld.
Andre Esterhuizen believes his decision to move to Premiership club Harlequins was the best one he ever made as it helped revive his Springbok career.
The Springboks are under no illusions as to the challenge that lies ahead of them when they kick off their Rugby Championship campaign against Australia at Loftus Versveld this weekend.