The Springboks are bracing for a fierce test from a Wallabies side coming off a massive series against the British & Irish Lions, but Rassie Erasmus believes his side will be ready for the challenge.
Veteran Wallaby prop Allan Alaalatoa has been ruled out of the third Test against the British and Irish Lions and is now in serious doubt for the Rugby Championship opener against the Springboks in South Africa.
British and Irish Lions full-back Hugo Keenan was on top of the world after scoring the series-winning try in the 79th minute against Australia on Saturday.
Australia coach Joe Schmidt believes his charges deserved more in the thrilling second Test match against the British and Irish Lions at the MCG Stadium in Melbourne.
The British and Irish Lions claimed an unassailable 2-0 lead in the Test series against Australia following a dramatic 29-26 victory in front of close to 90 000 fans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Flanker Rob Valetini will run out in front of his hometown against the British and Irish Lions at the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday night.