Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus has a few selection headaches ahead of Friday's Nations Championship showdown with France, despite his side's 66-7 demolition of Italy.
South Africa ran riot in Turin on Saturday, scoring nine tries to make it four wins from four in the competition.
But France in Paris is a different proposition altogether.
And Erasmus knows it.
The Springboks coach admitted his side must improve considerably if they are to overcome the French, despite putting 45 points past Italy before half-time.
There is some good news, though.
As RUCK reported on Sunday, Eben Etzebeth has been recalled to the squad after recovering from injury.
The 147-cap giant will arrive in France on Monday, replacing youngster Yaqeen Ahmed, who has returned home with a shoulder problem.
With Salmaan Moerat also nursing a back issue, Etzebeth's return could hardly have come at a better time.
Erasmus will confirm his team later today, but we've had a go at predicting his starting XV.
And there's one selection we reckon could raise a few eyebrows.
Predicted Springboks XV to face France
15. Damian Willemse
Scored against Italy and continues to look comfortable in the number 15 jersey.
His ability to cover several positions is a bonus, but we'd leave him exactly where he is.
14. Kurt-Lee Arendse
With Cheslin Kolbe unavailable, Arendse carries plenty of responsibility out wide.
France won't give him much room, but he doesn't need an invitation twice.
13. Jesse Kriel
One of the easiest selections on the teamsheet.
Kriel's defensive organisation could prove particularly important against a French backline capable of causing chaos.
12. Damian de Allende
Not the sort of player you leave out when France are waiting.
His partnership with Kriel has been built over years, and Erasmus would be brave to break it up now.
11. Ethan Hooker
The youngster is making a strong case to become a regular fixture in this Springboks side.
Another try against Italy did his chances no harm.
Friday represents a much tougher examination, but we'd give him another start.
10. Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu
Provided he is cleared to play, Sacha keeps the shirt.
The youngster scored 26 points against Italy before his afternoon ended following a head injury assessment.
Erasmus subsequently suggested there were no other serious injury concerns beyond Moerat's withdrawal.
That's encouraging, although his availability still needs confirming.
With Handre Pollard sidelined, South Africa need their young playmaker firing.
9. Morne van den Berg
Dropping the Player of the Match after a 66-7 victory would be a strange way to say thank you.
Van den Berg was excellent against Italy, scoring a try and keeping the Springboks moving.
Cobus Reinach offers experience, but we'd reward the man in possession.
8. Jasper Wiese
France have some enormous forwards, so this is hardly the week to leave Wiese at home.
The powerful number eight gives South Africa plenty of muscle around the breakdown.
7. Pieter-Steph du Toit
Another straightforward decision.
The double World Cup winner remains one of Erasmus's most important players.
When the opposition gets tougher, his value only increases.
6. Siya Kolisi (captain)
The skipper scored against Italy and should lead the Springboks again in Paris.
His experience could prove priceless if the match becomes an arm wrestle.
5. Lood de Jager
De Jager was promoted into the starting XV after Moerat withdrew shortly before kick-off against Italy.
We'd keep him there.
His experience and lineout work could be particularly valuable against France.
4. Eben Etzebeth
Here's our big call.
Etzebeth wasn't originally expected to feature on this tour, having been ruled out through injury.
Now he's back, and we reckon Erasmus could throw him straight into the starting side.
It's a gamble, particularly given his limited preparation time.
But if there's one man who won't be fazed by a heavyweight scrap in Paris, it's Etzebeth.
The French forwards certainly won't be sending him a welcome-back card.
3. Thomas du Toit
The powerful tighthead keeps his place after starting against Italy.
France will provide a far sterner examination at scrum time, but Du Toit has the size and experience for the occasion.
2. Malcolm Marx
Two tries against Italy. Another outstanding performance. Another reminder of just how good he is.
Marx remains one of the most dangerous hookers in world rugby.
He's not going anywhere.
1. Ox Nche
Completes a formidable front row.
France have the personnel to challenge South Africa at scrum time, making Nche's presence even more important.
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Predicted Springboks starting XV
- Ox Nche
- Malcolm Marx
- Thomas du Toit
- Eben Etzebeth
- Lood de Jager
- Siya Kolisi (c)
- Pieter-Steph du Toit
- Jasper Wiese
- Morne van den Berg
- Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu
- Ethan Hooker
- Damian de Allende
- Jesse Kriel
- Kurt-Lee Arendse
- Damian Willemse
