Overview
- Makazole Mapimpi and Ethan Hooker start on the wings, with Vincent Koch and Bongi Mbonambi providing front-row power off the bench and Siya Masuku returning among the replacements.
- Jason Jenkins comes into the second row in place of Deon Slabbert, as Jean Smith retains the No 10 jersey and Vincent Tshituka captains the side.
- The Aviva Stadium clash against titleholders Leinster kicks off on Saturday, 11 October, at 17:30 local time (18:30 SA; 16:30 GMT).
- Vice-captain Lukhanyo Am praised the impact of younger players and said the returning Springboks will fit in seamlessly for the tour finale.
- A lengthy injury list still rules out several regulars, including Aphelele Fassi, Jordan Hendrikse, Trevor Nyakane and Yaw Penxe.