Ox Nche's untimely injury has resulted in Asenathi Ntlabakanye joining up with the Springbok squad for the remainder of the end-of-year tour.
Springbok prop Ox Nche sustained a season-ending injury in the Boks' 61-7 victory over Japan on Saturday.
Springbok prop Ox Nche has withdrawn from Saturday’s Rugby Championship clash against Argentina due to a niggle, forcing a reshuffle in the forward pack.
The All Blacks have received a welcome boost ahead of their Rugby Championship clash with the Springboks, with star tighthead prop Tyrel Lomax ready to return to action.
A visibly disappointed Springbok prop Ox Nche said the hosts have to bounce back strongly next week to get their Rugby Championship campaign back on track.
Springbok prop Ox Nche and fullback Aphelele Fassi are expecting a physical encounter against Australia in their Rugby Championship opener at Ellis Park.