Powerhouse lock Will Skelton is expected to exit the Wallabies’ Rugby Championship squad and return to France, per reports.
The Springboks climbed to No. 2 in the World Rugby rankings after their 30-22 win over the Wallabies in Cape Town, combined with the All Blacks' upset loss to Argentina in Buenos Aires.
Sharks scrumhalf Cameron Wright has signed a two-year contract with French Third Division club Narbonne.
All Blacks boss Scott Robertson has made no less than ten changes to his side for the third and final test against France at FMG Stadium in Hamilton.
South Africa continue to lead the World Rugby rankings, though New Zealand are narrowing the gap with only 1.06 points between the sides ahead of this weekend's fixtures.
The All Blacks delivered a much-improved performance as they clinched an emphatic 43-17 triumph over France in Wellington.