Overview
- Saturday’s Test will be played at Juventus’ Allianz Stadium in Turin.
- South Africa enter off a 32-17 victory over France in Paris, while Italy’s 26-19 defeat of Australia lifts the hosts’ confidence.
- Damian Willemse expects the battle to begin in the air, with Italy’s kick pressure and robust set piece posing key threats.
- Marco van Staden credits rising squad-wide intensity and collective preparation for the Springboks’ recent form.
- Rassie Erasmus is considering a youthful midfield of Ethan Hooker and Canan Moodie to enhance versatility, with the team to be announced Thursday.