Springboks appoint Andre Esterhuizen as captain for Australia Test
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 10:12 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
Andre Esterhuizen will captain South Africa in their upcoming Test against Australia in Perth on September 27. Coach Rassie Erasmus announced 13 changes to the team that previously defeated New Zealand, with notable players like Handre Pollard returning from injury. Jasper Wiese is set to earn his 50th cap as part of the squad. Erasmus emphasized the need for a different strategy against Australia compared to the recent matches against New Zealand. The Springboks will have a month off after this match before continuing their Nations Championship campaign in November.
- •Esterhuizen leads a heavily changed Springboks team against Australia.
- •Handre Pollard returns to fly half after injury.
- •Springboks previously defeated New Zealand 3-1 in their series.
- •Jasper Wiese to earn his 50th cap in the match.
- •South Africa resumes Nations Championship on November 7.
- 10:12 AMYahoo Sports — Springboks announce new captain as team to face Australia revealed
"Andre Esterhuizen will lead the world champions in the clash in Perth
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