Springboks make lineup changes for Test against New Zealand
ESPN Rugby • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 8:01 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
South Africa's Springboks have announced two last-minute changes to their starting lineup for their second rugby Test against New Zealand on Saturday. Cheslin Kolbe has been called up, while Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has returned to the starting XV. These adjustments come as the Springboks aim to solidify their performance following recent matches against tough opponents. The game will take place this weekend.
- •South Africa makes two late changes to the lineup.
- •Cheslin Kolbe joins the team for the Test.
- •Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is restored to the starting XV.
- •The second Test against New Zealand occurs on Saturday.
- •The Springboks aim to improve after previous matches.
- 8:58 AMESPN Rugby — Boks' late changes as Kolbe, Sacha start vs NZ
"South Africa have made two late changes ahead of the Springboks' second rugby Test against New Zealand on Saturday, with Cheslin Kolbe called up and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu restored to the starting XV.
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