The two South Africa U18 squads have rotated extensively for their second-round matches of the U18 International Series in Boland Landbou near Wellington.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has shed light on his decision to field captain Siya Kolisi at No. 8 instead of his usual No. 6 position for their Rugby Championship opener against Australia.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus named an exciting team for their opening Castle Lager Rugby Championship match against Australia at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Joe Schmidt is confident that Rob Valetini, Will Skelton, and Taniela Tupou will be eligible to face the Springboks in next week's Rugby Championship opener in Johannesburg.
The all-conquering Springboks will enter Test match mode this coming Sunday as they prepare for their opening Rugby Championship match against the Wallabies.
Antoine Dupont looks set to miss the November internationals as he continues his recovery from a serious knee injury.