Ismaiel will become a triple Springbok tomorrow after previously playing a test for the Springboks and representing the Junior Springboks.

The Blitzboks have a proud record in North America and they believe it's an ideal opportunity to return to winning ways.

Ngcobo said the 29-year-old Ismaiel is a game-changer.

“Travis worked very hard to come back from what seemed to be a career-ending shoulder injury and all of the rugby fraternity should be very pleased about this good news story,” said Ngcobo.

 “I expect him to make a real impact in Los Angeles and credit to our High Performance Manager, Marius Schoeman, who made a brave decision to bring Travis into our set-up when he had nowhere else to go.”

The Blitzboks will kick-off their campaign in the City of Angels tomorrow night at 21:49 against Canada.

Morgan Piek OFM Sport