Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said his 33-strong squad were beaming with excitement for what he anticipates will be a challenging tour to Australia as they prepare to depart Down Under for the Rugby Championship on Wednesday.
Jan-Hendrik Wessels is still coming to terms with his Springbok debut against Portugal, and said it is a massive honour to be a member of Rassie Erasmus' 33-man Rugby Championship squad.
Springbok prodigy Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu believes his versatility is a strength and hopes it will help him make many more appearances on the international scene.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus' Rugby Championship squad assembled in Johannesburg on Sunday for a short camp before their departure to Australia.
Springbok forward Ben-Jason Dixon revealed that he came from relatively humble beginnings as a rugby player.
All Blacks flanker Sam Cane has revealed that his call-up to the squad feels "like the first time" as he looks to make his presence felt in the Rugby Championship.