Springboks Make 10 Changes for Rematch

In the upcoming Rugby Championship match, the Wallabies will face the Springboks in Perth, with South Africa making significant changes to their lineup, including resting key players like captain Siya Kolisi. Wallabies lock Lukhan Salakaia-Loto has dismissed suggestions that these changes indicate disrespect towards his team, emphasizing the depth of the Springbok squad as a factor in their success. South Africa's coach Rassie Erasmus stated that the alterations aim to build squad depth ahead of the 2027 World Cup, highlighting that 14 players in the team are World Cup winners. The match follows a previous clash where the Springboks achieved a decisive 33-7 victory over the Wallabies in Brisbane. Salakaia-Loto expressed the need for the Wallabies to improve their performance from last week, acknowledging the challenge posed by South Africa's consistent game plan.