Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids says it would be dangerous to underestimate the Barbarians going in Saturday's clash in Gqeberha.
Paul de Villiers is relishing the prospect of upgrading his Junior Springbok jersey to a senior strip as the Springboks' season gets underway this weekend.
Springbok loose forward Jean-Luc du Preez has firmly dismissed reports in France suggesting he is on the verge of retirement due to ongoing concussion-related issues.
Former Springboks coach Nick Mallett believes Stormers scrum-half Imad Khan has done enough with his recent performances to emerge as a surprise contender for national selection.
The Springboks have called up Adre Smith to the national squad as further cover for lock for the Barbarians and the SA 'A' team's clash against Zimbabwe in Gqeberha on Saturday.
Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard has urged his teammates to use the lessons they have learned from a tough 2025-26 United Rugby Championship season when they take on Leinster in the final on 19 June.