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Springboks make four changes for second test against All Blacks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 4:28 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Springboks make four changes for second test against All Blacks

Summary

South Africa's Springboks will face New Zealand in Cape Town on Saturday for the second test. Following their 33-16 loss in the first match, South Africa has made four changes to the starting lineup, reflecting frustration after the defeat. Coach Rassie Erasmus noted that the team dominated aspects of the first test but failed to convert chances into points. Siya Kolisi's potential return from injury is significant, as he has been out for two months. The Springboks need a win to keep their series ambitions alive after losing the first test.

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Status Watch

•Springboks lost 33-16 to New Zealand in the first test.
•Four changes made to the starting XV, including Handré Pollard.
•Siya Kolisi could return as captain if he passes training.
•The second test is set for Saturday in Cape Town.
•Losing again means South Africa cannot win the series.

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4:28 PMYahoo Sports — Springboks still irritated after All Blacks loss and make 4 changes for second test

What they're saying

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South Africa was no longer looking down the rankings on the rest of world rugby on Monday for the first time in almost a year. New Zealand officially replaced the two-time world champion Springboks as the No. 1 men's test side after the shocking 33-16 win last Saturday at the launch of their first four-test series in 50 years. Lose again and South Africa can no longer win a series it started as the heavy favorite.
— Yahoo Sports

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