Captain Siya Kolisi and lock Eben Etzebeth return to the Springboks lineup for Saturday's match in Buenos Aires.
Key facts
- •Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth are returning to the Springboks lineup after recovering from injuries.
- •Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is set to make his first appearance for South Africa in 2026.
- •The match against Argentina is scheduled for Saturday in Buenos Aires.
- •Coach Rassie Erasmus selected a 6-2 split between forwards and backs for the bench.
- •Lood de Jager returns to the lineup to partner with Etzebeth in the second row.
South Africa has recalled several World Cup winners for a one-off test match against Argentina in Buenos Aires this Saturday. The squad includes captain Siya Kolisi and lock Eben Etzebeth, both of whom are making their first appearances of 2026 following injury recoveries.
Returning Players and Lineup
In addition to Kolisi and Etzebeth, flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu returns to the team for his first appearance of the year. The squad also sees the return of wing Ethan Hooker and centre Andre Esterhuizen. Lood de Jager joins Etzebeth in the second row, while the back row features Cameron Hanekom and Elrigh Louw alongside Kolisi.
Bench and Forward Selection
Coach Rassie Erasmus has opted for a 6-2 split between forwards and backs on the bench. The reserves include flyhalf Handre Pollard and scrumhalf Morne van den Berg. The starting front row consists of hooker Johan Grobbelaar with props Boan Venter and Thomas du Toit.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Channel NewsAsia.
