As Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus continues to balance experimentation with a long-term squad development strategy, two battle-tested veterans are marching steadily toward one of rugby’s most elite clubs.
When South Africa takes on Wales in Durban this Saturday, midfield maestro Damian de Allende and powerhouse forward Pieter-Steph du Toit will take critical steps closer to earning their historic 100th Test caps.
Calculating the Milestones: The Path to 100
| Player | Current Caps | Match vs. Wales (18 July) | Projected 100th Cap Target |
| Damian de Allende | 98 caps | Will reach 99 caps | 22 August vs. New Zealand (Ellis Park) |
| Pieter-Steph du Toit | 97 caps | Will reach 98 caps | 29 August vs. New Zealand (Cape Town) |
Rassie’s Strategic Rest Scheme
With the highly anticipated All Blacks tour looming in late August, Erasmus has revealed a clear resting strategy for his top stars. Both De Allende and stand-in captain Du Toit are expected to be rested for the one-off Test against Argentina on August 8.
This tactical pause sets up a dream scenario for South African rugby fans:
- De Allende is on track to earn his century in front of a roaring Johannesburg crowd at Ellis Park on August 22.
- Du Toit is poised to secure his milestone the following week in Cape Town on August 29.
They will join an illustrious “golden generation” of recent centurions, including Siya Kolisi and Willie le Roux, cementing their names among the absolute legends of the green and gold.
