The Springbok Sevens ended their HSBC SVNS Singapore campaign in ninth place after back-to-back wins against the USA and Australia on Sunday morning.
Springbok Jean Kleyn has endured a horrendous run of injuries but looks set to make another run at a place in the Bok setup for 2025.
Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard admits he never thought returning to South Africa was an option but is delighted that he now has the opportunity to go back home.
The Springbok Women will face Canada in two curtain-raisers before the Springboks' Tests against Italy at Loftus Versfeld and Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on 5 and 12 July.
Springbok Sevens co-captain Impi Visser insists that his charges are ready to put it all on the line in the final tournament of the HSBC SVNS series in Singapore this weekend.
Leinster flanker Josh van der Flier has paid tribute to former Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber's influence at the club, highlighting the South African's unique approach and leadership.