no Snyman and no Etzebeth the Boks will have to soldier on with an inexperienced second row, PSDT presence takes on an even greater value.

With those two out we should have started Jason Jenkins at 4 and Ruben v Heerden at 5 - these two should have been in the squad from the start of the season

Supersport article Today:

"Either way, if Etzebeth is ruled out, the Boks will likely call up another player, with Ruben van Heerden on standbye and could be included if they feel they need extra cover for the game."

I think when the injury situation is over and De Jager available there will be no lock crisis.    I know Van Heerden  is on standby and would not be surprised if he is called up to strengthen the lock situation .   We would probably by Friday know  real what the situation is.