Francois Venter called up to Springbok squad

The Springboks have confirmed that centre Damian de Allende is to return to Cape Town where he will continue with his rehabilitation. 

The team also confirmes that Francois Venter was called to replace de Allende and has joined the squad ahead of their clash with France.

De Allende is recovering from troubling thigh contusion sustained during a Super Rugby match for the Stormers.

Centre Damian de Allende to return to Cape Town so he can continue with his rehab. @Swys_Venter called up and has already joined the Boks. pic.twitter.com/1e0y5hx6Ej

— South African Rugby (@Springboks) June 12, 2017