36-Man Springboks Squad Revealed – Rassie Erasmus Stuns Springboks Fans by Leaving Out Key Players for All Blacks Showdown!

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36-Man Springboks Squad Revealed – Rassie Erasmus Stuns Springboks Fans by Leaving Out Key Players for All Blacks Showdown!

2025/08/29 Report

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As the Springboks gear up for their highly anticipated clash against the All Blacks, a 36-man squad has been announced, but not all is as expected. Kurt-Lee Arendse, one of the shining stars in their backline, and Edwill van der Merwe have both been ruled out of the tests due to injuries, throwing a wrench in the Springboks' attack plans.

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Head coach Rassie Erasmus will need to adjust his tactics for the upcoming challenge at Eden Park. Here's what the latest squad selection means for the team.

Shock Absences: Arendse and Van der Merwe Miss the Showdown

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