South Africa prepares to face Argentina in crucial Rugby Championship matches over the next eight days. Captained by Salmaan Moerat, the Springboks aim to secure their fifth southern hemisphere title with a strong performance on the road and at home.

South Africa can clinch the Rugby Championship with a game to spare this weekend. The world champion Springboks face Argentina in Santiago del Estero on Saturday.

The World Cup winners nailed the Freedom Cup earlier this month when they won back-to-back matches against the All Blacks, and they now have a golden opportunity to win their first Championship title since 2019.

South Africa will win the Rugby Championship if they overcome Argentina on Saturday but a defeat would see them lose their number one ranking. While the Springboks beat the All Blacks twice to retain their spot at the summit,