South Africa and New Zealand Set for High-Stakes Rugby Championship Clash

Injury woes challenge both teams as they prepare for a critical showdown at Ellis Park.

• Scott Barrett returns to captain New Zealand after recovering from a broken finger.
• South Africa's Eben Etzebeth is fit but will start from the bench amid a lock crisis.
• Pieter-Steph du Toit moves to lock, partnering with the inexperienced Ruan Nortje
• New Zealand opts for a 5-3 bench split, while South Africa sticks with a 6-2 strategy.
• Both teams eye crucial points to bolster their standings in the Rugby Championship.

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