Nyakane expected to be fit for RWC opener

Updated Sept. 8, 2019, 12:14 p.m. | By SA Rugby

Trevor Nyakane is expected to be available for the Springboks’ opening Rugby World Cup match against New Zealand on Saturday, September 21.

Trevor Nyakane — File Photo

The tighthead prop sprained his knee during the South African's 41-7 victory over Japan in their warm-up match in Kumagaya on Friday.

The Springbok's management team confirmed on Sunday that Nyakane should be fit and ready for selection.

Nyakane made a scheduled return to South Africa on Saturday to be with his wife for the birth of their child this week

He will arrive back in Japan on Friday to join the team.

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