The Springboks will carefully manage the return of several frontline players against Argentina, but assistant coach Deon Davids insists there will be no easing them back, with the world champions determined to build match fitness while securing another tough Test victory in Buenos Aires.

Several heavy hitters will return to action against Argentina on Saturday in what amounts to a dress rehearsal for next month's series against the All Blacks.

As Rassie Erasmus prepares to name his side to face Argentina, all eyes are on Eben Etzebeth's race for sharpness before the Kiwis arrive at Ellis Park.