Springbok flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has undergone successful surgery on his ankle ahead of the demanding international season.
Stormers flanker Paul de Villiers has earned the praise of current and former Springbok coaches Rassie Erasmus and Nick Mallett.
All Black TJ Perenara will captain the Barbarian F.C. side that features Stormers baller Warrick Gelant to take on the Springboks in the YesPlay Cup in Gqeberha on Saturday.
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.
Stormers director of rugby John Dobson has confirmed that the Cape Town side will not sign veteran Argentina lock Tomas Lavanini, and will instead back home-grown talent.