Springbok scrumhalf Morne van den Berg revealed that the Boks are not taking their challenge against Wales at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Saturday lightly.
Wales head coach Steve Tandy has called in reinforcements for the Test against the Springboks after they were forced to release 13 players to their respective club sides.
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has made sweeping changes to his squad ahead of this weekend’s clash with Wales.
The Springboks will host England, Scotland, and Wales next year as the southern and northern hemispheres embark on the groundbreaking new Nations Championship.
Japan head coach Eddie Jones says the frequency and severity of sanctions being handed out to players during international matches is getting out of hand.
Ireland claimed their record-biggest win over Australia, while there were also wins for Wales and France in international Test rugby action on Saturday.