The All Blacks selectors have named a much-changed team to play the Springboks at Wellington's Sky Stadium this Saturday.
Having already achieved their primary objective of reaching the quarterfinals of the Women's Rugby World Cup, the Springbok Women have nothing to lose against New Zealand.
The Springboks’ burgeoning lock stocks are part of the reason for Eben Etzebeth being left out of the side to face the All Blacks, says assistant coach Duane Vermeulen.
As the Springbok Women prepare for their Women's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal, Sinazo Mcatshulwa, their most capped player, is ready for action.
There is a youthful air about the Springbok backline this weekend, and former stalwart Duane Vermeulen believes they have what it takes to trounce the All Blacks.
Ethan Hooker may be just two Tests into his international career, but the Springbok back insists he's not overawed by the prospect of starting against the All Blacks in one of rugby's fiercest rivalries.