As the Springboks prepare to face the All Blacks at Eden Park, head coach Rassie Erasmus is embracing the challenge of taking on a side that has made the Auckland venue such an impenetrable fortress.
The All Blacks are without the services of six players as they prepare for a blockbuster clash against the Springboks at Eden Park this Saturday.
Experienced scrumhalf Faf de Klerk will join the Springboks in New Zealand for the second leg of their Rugby Championship campaign against the All Blacks.
Springbok assistant coach Jerry Flannery is aware that the World Champions have to be at their best if they are to defeat the All Blacks at Eden Park on Saturday.
Veteran Springbok and Stormers star Deon Fourie is set to make his long-awaited return this weekend after being named to play for Western Province in the Currie Cup.
Springbok assistant coach Tony Brown believes their upcoming Rugby Championship clash against New Zealand is the biggest challenge since the 2023 Rugby World Cup final.