The 26 year old's form for the Sharks has been rewarded with an invitation to the Springbok's virtual alignment camp.
Fassi could play his first Test since he tackled Wales in July 2022 in Bloemfontein, his third cap for the Springboks.
Aphelele Fassi looks set to earn his first Springbok cap since 2022 when the world champions open the season against Wales at Twickenham in June., Fassi’s form for the Sharks has been rewarded with an invitation to the Springboks’ virtual alignment camp on 3 May. The Test will be held on the same day as the Vodacom URC final, with the Bulls and Stormers currently in the top five on the tournament’s log.
Fassi could, therefore, play his first Test since he tackled Wales in July 2022 in Bloemfontein, his third cap for the Springboks.
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