Although the Springboks have dropped to fourth in the World Rugby standings, following losses against Ireland, the Pumas, Wallabies and the All Blacks, the Australians belief that the Springboks will be a beast of different nature in their own backyard.

The Wallabies are currently second in the standings in the competition and a win over the Springboks when ensure that they end as the runners-up.

The Australian Sevens stars, Henry Speight, says he is looking forward to potentially playing against Juan de Jongh for medalled for the Blitzboks at the Olympics.

“I’m happy to back in the fold and in the Wallabies camp,” said Speight.

“We’ve always kept in touch and I also found up with Juan de Jongh, Francois Hougaard and the likes in Brisbane.

“They also benefitted from the Rio experience and it was good to see them medal.

“I will be a good clash if go up against each other again this weekend.”

The Fijian-born Sefa Naivalu is finally eligible for play the men from down-under and should he debut this weekend he will become Wallaby number 900.

Naivalu says representing the Wallabies is his dream and he will work hard towards it.

“If I get that opportunity without hesitating, I work regret anything and I will give all for Australia.

“Playing for Australia is my dream, I will take the dream and work hard towards it.”

Saturday’s Test between the Springboks and Wallabies at Loftus Versfeld kicks off at 17:00.

Morgan Piek OFM News