Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth has been cleared to face New Zealand at Emirates Airline Park on Saturday after completing all the training sessions this week.
Fullback Aphelele Fassi has earned a start in the most important match of his career as the Springboks face their perennial rivals, the All Blacks, in the Rugby Championship on Saturday.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus revealed that veteran fullback Willie le Roux is still very much a part of the Bok setup going forward.
The return of Jasper Wiese and a brand-new lock combination are among nine changes to the Springbok side set to do battle against the All Blacks at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Springbok loose forward Elrigh Louw has revealed the big difference between the coaching styles of World Cup-winning coaches Rassie Erasmus and Jake White.
Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids revealed that South Africa may have to face New Zealand in Johannesburg on Saturday without a few key stars.