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South Africa make one change to squad for third test v New Zealand
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South Africa make one change to squad for third test v New Zealand

South Africa's rugby team, the Springboks, made one injury-related change to their squad for the third test against New Zealand in the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series. Coach Rassie Erasmus opted for continuity, keeping the same starting lineup except for changes due to injuries. Cheslin Kolbe moved from winger to fullback, while Damian Willemse was injured. Kurt-Lee Arendse replaced Kolbe in the fullback position. The front row remained unchanged, with Malcolm Marx, Ox Nche, and Wilco Louw starting. Key players like captain Siya Kolisi and lock Eben Etzebeth returned from injuries. The match is set to take place at Soccer City in Johannesburg.

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South Africa make one change to squad for third test v New Zealand

South Africa's rugby team, the Springboks, made one injury-related change to their squad for the third test against New Zealand in the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series. Coach Rassie Erasmus opted for continuity, keeping the same starting lineup except for changes due to injuries. Cheslin Kolbe moved from winger to fullback, while Damian Willemse was injured. Kurt-Lee Arendse replaced Kolbe in the fullback position. The front row remained unchanged, with Malcolm Marx, Ox Nche, and Wilco Louw starting. Key players like captain Siya Kolisi and lock Eben Etzebeth returned from injuries. The match is set to take place at Soccer City in Johannesburg.

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