Reports in Wales suggest that Durban-born hooker Bradley Roberts is set to be included in the match-day 23 to make his Test debut against the Springboks in Cardiff on Saturday.
According to a report on WalesOnline, Roberts will be named on the bench against the Springboks, only days after being called up to the squad as injury cover for veteran Ken Owens.
Roberts is reported to be favoured as backup for Ryan Elias for Saturday’s Test, as Owens is not expected to be fit in time.
The 25-year-old has made 10 appearances for Ulster, most recently as a try-scoring replacement against Connacht this past weekend.
Durban-born Roberts is eligible to play for Wales through his paternal grandmother, who hailed from Llandysul.
He played in Wales in the early stages of his career and was drafted into Ulster’s senior squad in 2020 after firing for Rainey Old Boys in the Energia All-Ireland League.
Roberts reportedly won’t be the only player who could make a Test debut against the Springboks, as Scarlets tighthead WillGriff John is also expected to make his first appearance for Wales.
British & Irish Lions players Liam Williams, Wyn Jones and Gareth Davies are all anticipated to be named on the bench.
