Springbok Women assistant coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt is hoping to spring some surprises against the Black Ferns XV at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town on Saturday.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named a 37-man squad to face Australia in the opening two matches of the Rugby Championship in South Africa.
Salmaan Moerat may not always grab the headlines, but according to Nick Mallett, he makes a valuable contribution to the Springboks' engine room.
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok's move to Japan has been confirmed, with the Stormers star set to join Hanazono Kintetsu Liners ahead of the 2025/26 Japan Rugby League One season.
New Springbok Boan Venter showed his allegiance when he accepted his opportunity to run out for the Springboks this past weekend.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has used over 47 players so far in 2025, but his squad for the two home matches against Australia in the Rugby Championship will only be 36-strong.