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Springboks Name Kolisi-Led Side With Three Debuts for Georgia Test

Coach Rassie Erasmus is building depth by seating three uncapped front-rowers, with Cobus Wiese replacing his suspended brother.

Rugby Union - Autumn Internationals - South Africa Press Conference - Lensbury, London, Britain - November 15, 2024 South Africa's Siya Kolisi during the press conference Action Images via Reuters/John Sibley/File Photo
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi (C) in action against England at Twickenham last season.
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Overview

  • Siya Kolisi will make his first appearance of the season at flanker and captain South Africa in the one-off Test against Georgia.
  • Props Boan Venter and Neethling Fouche and hooker Marnus van der Merwe will earn their first Test caps in the starting front row.
  • Cobus Wiese steps into the number eight role after his brother Jasper received a four-match suspension for a red card against Italy.
  • Since 2018 coach Rassie Erasmus has rotated proven veterans and newcomers to build squad depth ahead of the Rugby Championship.
  • South Africa, unbeaten by Georgia in two previous Tests, will host the Lelos at Mbombela Stadium on Saturday.