Springbok veteran Duane Vermeulen played his final game for Ulster in the United Rugby Championship (URC) quarter-final defeat to Connacht on Friday.
The Springboks' absence is being felt in Super Rugby Pacific, according to new Sharks head coach John Plumtree.
Springbok veteran Duane Vermeulen is one of 10 players that will leave the United Rugby Championship side Ulster at the end of the season.
Springbok lock RG Snyman is eager to force his way back into the Springbok setup ahead of the upcoming 2023 Rugby World Cup.
SA Rugby said it would monitor the rehabilitation of Springbok captain, Siya Kolisi
The South African Rugby Union reported record broadcasting and sponsorship revenues for 2022 but still suffered a minor deficit due to increased expenditures.