Mapimpi called up as Boks release Kolisi, Arendse

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has called up experienced Springbok wing Makazole Mapimpi to the squad ahead of their final Castle Lager Rugby Championship match against Australia in Cape Town on Saturday, as captain Siya Kolisi and Kurt-Lee Arendse were released due to injury.

Kolisi and Arendse both suffered injuries in last weekend’s 38-22 defeat against Australia and are expected to be sidelined for a few weeks.

While there is enough cover in the squad at loose forward, Erasmus opted to call up Mapimpi as backline cover. He will join his team-mates in Cape Town on Monday night.

The double Rugby World Cup-winner currently boasts 47 Test matches and will undoubtedly boost the experience to the Bok backline.

The match at the DHL Stadium kicks off at 17h10 on Saturday and will be broadcast live on SuperSport.

Springboks Castle Lager Rugby Championship Australia Cape Town Makazole Mapimpi Siya Kolisi Kurt-Lee Arendse

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