Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says he'll make subtle adjustments but intends to approach the No 8 role in Saturday's Test against the Wallabies with the strengths that have come to define his game.
Japan head coach Eddie Jones believes Springbok scrumhalf Grant Williams is the fastest No.9 in the game.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus named an exciting team for their opening Castle Lager Rugby Championship match against Australia at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Joe Schmidt is confident that Rob Valetini, Will Skelton, and Taniela Tupou will be eligible to face the Springboks in next week's Rugby Championship opener in Johannesburg.
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has confirmed his 35-player squad for their back-to-back Rugby Championship matches against the all-conquering Springboks in South Africa.
Former Scotland coach turned pundit Matt Williams has drawn the ire of Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus once again.