Odwa replaces Pietersen
2008-08-25 17:27
Cape Town - Springbok right wing JP Pietersen sustained a grade one hamstring strain in the Vodacom Tri-Nations clash against the Wallabies in Durban and he will therefore miss South Africa's last match in the competition against Australia in Johannesburg on Saturday.
Odwa Ndungane has been called up as a replacement and the Sharks flyer has already rejoined the squad at their base in Sandton, Johannesburg, SA Rugby has announced.
Saru's official summary of injuries:
JP Pietersen sustained a grade one hamstring strain during the match in Durban. He will not be available for this weekends match and has remained in Durban for treatment and rehabilitation with the Sharks medical team.
Bismarck du Plessis injured his right knee during the same match. He had a scan and saw a specialist on Monday to further determine the extent of the injury. He is doubtful and a decision on his availability for selection will be made later this week.
Victor Matfield injured his groin when he landed awkwardly after he was pulled down in a lineout. He sustained a mild strain of his groin and will be assessed again later in the week to determine his readiness to play.
A decision regarding Bryan Habana's fitness for this weekend will be made later in the week.
The Springbok team to face the Wallabies at Coca-Cola Park on Saturday will be named during a media conference at the team hotel on Tuesday at 12:30.