Former Springboks coach Nick Mallett believes Stormers scrum-half Imad Khan has done enough with his recent performances to emerge as a surprise contender for national selection.
The Springboks have called up Adre Smith to the national squad as further cover for lock for the Barbarians and the SA 'A' team's clash against Zimbabwe in Gqeberha on Saturday.
Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard has urged his teammates to use the lessons they have learned from a tough 2025-26 United Rugby Championship season when they take on Leinster in the final on 19 June.
Players running out for the South Africa 'A' against Zimbabwe will forever be tied to the Republic unless they have parents or grandparents born in another nation.
Faf de Klerk says his passion for representing the Springboks remains as strong as ever after earning a recall to the national setup following his return to South African rugby with the Cheetahs.
The Springboks wrapped up their on-field preparations with their final training session in Johannesburg on Friday, leaving coach Rassie Erasmus content.