An Irish referee will take charge of the Springboks' season-opening Test against Wales at Twickenham this Saturday.
Several newcomers will have an opportunity to impress, with four uncapped players named in the matchday 23. Kick off is at 15:00 .
The TMO will be a fellow countryman of Busby’s, Mark Patton. Interestingly, World Rugby has also just announced an expansion of the TMO’s powers for this weekend’s clash.
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