The loosehead prop injured a pectoral muscle in training and the severity of the injury is yet to be determined. South African Rugby director of rugby Rassie Erasmus suspects the injury may be severe enough to keep him out of Saturday's game.
“I hope it is not too serious. He takes ownership, he has shown leadership. He is comfortable in his own skin. It is not just about scrumming for him. It will be a huge blow [if he doesn't play].” The Bok team to play the Wallabies shows only one new cap. Having recently been cleared to switch international allegiance lock Jean Kleyn has earned himself a starting place for Saturday's clash.
The Boks are due to send an advance party to Auckland where they will prepare for the Test against the All Blacks on July 15. That group will include regular captain Siya Kolisi, who will be out injured until after the competition, and Eben Etzebeth, who will be considered for selection against the All Blacks.That will be a source of huge comfort for the Boks but their immediate attention is on Saturday's clash against the Wallabies.
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