Springboks prepared for every eventuality, says Muir

ASSISTANT coach Dick Muir believes South Africa are well prepared for the first Test against the Lions despite the absence of Schalk Burger for the opening match in Durban on Saturday.

The Stormers flanker has a calf injury and missed out on selection when the match 22 was named, with Heinrich Brussow, who was called up to the squad less than 24 hours ago, thrown straight into the mix.

Morne Steyn, the stand-out fly-half from the Super 14, was the only uncapped player included in the 22, but will have to wait for his debut from the bench, with the disputed number 10 jersey going to Ruan Pienaar.