Rassie Erasmus recalls Kurt-Lee Arendse for third Test against All Blacks
ESPN Rugby • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 2:43 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus has adjusted the Springboks lineup for Saturday's third Test match in the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series. Kurt-Lee Arendse returns to the starting XV for the encounter at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg. The selection includes changes to the front row as the team prepares to face the All Blacks. This fixture marks the latest chapter in the ongoing series between the two nations. Erasmus aims to bolster his side's composition with the reintroduction of Arendse to the backline. The match remains the primary focus for the South African squad as they finalize preparations in Johannesburg.
- •Rassie Erasmus names Kurt-Lee Arendse to the Springboks starting XV.
- •The match takes place this Saturday at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg.
- •The Springboks front row configuration has been altered for the third Test.
- •South Africa faces the All Blacks in the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series.
- 3:24 PMESPN Rugby — Rassie flips front row; Arendse recalled for Boks
"South Africa boss Rassie Erasmus has brought Kurt-Lee Arendse back into his Springboks starting XV for Saturday's third Test, in the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series with the All Blacks at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg.
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