Tony Brown admits he always knew that he would be a better coach than a player as he looks to evolve the Springboks' attack.
The Springboks got back to business in Johannesburg after a two-day break following their return from Australia for the next phase of their Rugby Championship campaign against New Zealand.
New Zeland prop Ethan de Groot will not travel to South Africa for back-to-back Rugby Championship Tests after suffering an injury.
Tighthead prop Zachary Porthen is thriving under the tutelage of senior front-row powerhouses at Western Province in his maiden Currie Cup campaign.
Former Springbok captain Jean de Villiers praised the depth and attacking ability of the current Bok squad.
Calf injuries will prevent lock Patrick Tuipulotu and outside back Stephen Perofeta from travelling with the All Blacks Rugby Championship squad to South Africa.