Springbok Selection for England: Rassie Erasmus Makes 12 Changes

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has made 12 changes to his team for the match against England at Twickenham on Saturday.

The most notable change is the return of World Cup-winning captain Siya Kolisi, who will start at flank. Eben Etzebeth and Frans Steyn have also been recalled to the starting lineup, while Faf de Klerk will start at scrum-half.

The changes come after the Springboks' narrow 32-29 victory over Scotland last weekend. Erasmus said he was looking for a more physical performance from his team against England.

"We need to be more physical up front," Erasmus said. "England are a big, strong team, so we need to match them in that area. We also need to be more clinical in our finishing. We created a lot of chances against Scotland, but we didn't take them all.

The Springboks will be looking to avenge their 32-12 defeat to England in last year's World Cup final. Erasmus said his team were determined to put in a better performance this time around.

"We're all very excited about this game," Erasmus said. "It's a big challenge, but we're confident that we can get the win.

Springboks Team to Face England

15. Willie le Roux
14. Makazole Mapimpi
13. Lukhanyo Am
12. Damian de Allende
11. Cheslin Kolbe
10. Handre Pollard
9. Faf de Klerk
8. Jasper Wiese
7. Siya Kolisi (c)
6. Franco Mostert
5. Eben Etzebeth
4. Lood de Jager
3. Frans Steyn
2. Malcolm Marx
1. Steven Kitshoff

Replacements

16. Mbonambi
17. Nche
18. Willemse
19. Vermeulen
20. Elstadt
21. Coetzee
22. Willemse
23. Reinach