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Pollard replaces Kolbe in South Africa's Rugby Test against All Blacks

ESPN Rugby • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 11:10 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Pollard replaces Kolbe in South Africa's Rugby Test against All Blacks

Summary

Cheslin Kolbe has been omitted from the matchday 23 for South Africa's upcoming second Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test against the All Blacks in Cape Town on Saturday. Kolbe suffered an injury during South Africa's recent loss, 33-16, at Ellis Park. Handre Pollard has stepped in as his replacement. The Test is crucial for South Africa as they look to recover from the defeat in the previous match.

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Status Watch

•Kolbe out due to injury from the previous Test
•South Africa lost 33-16 to the All Blacks at Ellis Park
•Pollard takes Kolbe's spot in the squad
•The match is scheduled for Saturday in Cape Town
•This Test is vital for South Africa's series outcome

Latest Updates

11:50 AMESPN Rugby — Pollard replaces SFM, Kolbe out of 2nd ABs Test

What they're saying

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Cheslin Kolbe was left out of the matchday 23 for South Africa's second Rugby's Greatest Rivalry (RGR) Test against the All Blacks in Cape Town on Saturday, after picking up an injury in the 33-16 loss at Ellis Park.
— ESPN Rugbyby Leonard Solms

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