Springboks Captain Kolisi Fit for New Zealand Rugby Tests

South Africa's rugby captain Siya Kolisi has been declared fit for the Springboks’ upcoming two-match tour of New Zealand in the Rugby Championship, aiming to secure their first win at Eden Park in 88 years. Kolisi, along with key players Pieter-Steph du Toit, Willie le Roux, and Jan-Hendrik Wessels, returns after missing the recent test against Australia due to injuries. The Springboks will face the All Blacks in Auckland on September 6 and then in Wellington a week later, with the tournament still wide open as all four teams, including Argentina, have one win from two matches. Wings Kurt-Lee Arendse and Edwill van der Merwe remain sidelined due to injuries, with Makazole Mapimpi included as cover, and Jasper Wiese available only for the Wellington test due to suspension. Coach Rassie Erasmus emphasized the team's hard work, experience, and lessons learned from earlier matches as they prepare to meet the formidable All Blacks. The squad departs for New Zealand on Tuesday to acclimatize ahead of these crucial fixtures in their title defense.