Erasmus widens the Springbok funnel: why 2026’s alignment camp matters for a new wave of contenders

Rassie Erasmus has brought 11 uncapped players into the Springboks’ first alignment camp of 2026, blending in-person work with online sessions for overseas-based prospects. It’s an early signal that South Africa’s selection picture is expanding — and that the next Test squad could look deeper than many expected.