Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus revealed Siya Kolisi had no complaints when he was subbed off for Ruan Nortje after Lood de Jager was shown a red card.
SA Rugby President Mark Alexander has congratulated both Siya Kolisi and Rassie Erasmus as the duo will bring up significant milestones when the Springboks take on France on Saturday.
While Springbok captain Siya Kolisi is reaching a personal achievement of 100 caps on Saturday, the team still comes first, says coach Rassie Erasmus.
Rassie Erasmus says naming the Springbok side to face France was anything but straightforward, with rotation plans, tactical decisions, and some key absences shaping a number of tight selection calls.
Rassie Erasmus has named a familiar and formidable line-up to do battle with France in Paris on Saturday, on a day when Springbok captain Siya Kolisi will celebrate his 100th appearance in the green and gold.
Springbok lock Lood de Jager is expecting a massive physical challenge from France's forward pack when they face off in Paris on Saturday night.