All eyes will be on the Springboks as they gear up for their Castle Lager Rugby Championship clash against the Pumas, with several key players expected to make a big impact.

From seasoned campaigners bringing leadership and power, to rising stars eager to stamp their mark, the match promises standout performances across the park.

Here are some of the players to watch as the Boks look to assert their dominance against the Argentines.

Springboks

Siya Kolisi – The inspirational skipper, always leading with physicality and work rate.

Handré Pollard – Calm under pressure, his game management and goal-kicking will be crucial.

Eben Etzebeth – Brings power and aggression in the engine room, a nightmare for opposition lineouts.

Kurt-Lee Arendse – Electric pace and finishing ability, capable of turning half-chances into points.

Pumas

Julián Montoya – The captain and hooker, relentless at the breakdown and a leader in the pack.

Emiliano Boffelli – Deadly with the boot and a classy finisher out wide.

Marcos Kremer – Brings hard hits and tireless work on defence.

Mateo Carreras – Speedy winger with the flair to trouble the Bok defence.