Paul de Villiers' emergence is not a threat to Siya Kolisi, but proof that Rassie Erasmus' succession plan is working perfectly.

While rookie openside Paul de Villiers has dazzled in his opening Tests, the battle-hardened captain’s unseen work at the attacking breakdown makes him almost irreplaceable.

Paul de Villiers' emergence is not a threat to Siya Kolisi, but proof that Rassie Erasmus' succession plan is working perfectly.

As Rassie Erasmus assembles a 43-man Springbok squad in Johannesburg, five players have a golden opportunity to cement their spots ahead of the Greatest Rivalry series.