Confirmed: Anthem singer for Springboks at Kings Park
· The South African
As the Springboks prepare for their third home Test of 2026, a passionate crowd is expected to turn up at Kings Park for the clash against Wales, and TheSouthAfrican has now learned who will be singing the national anthem prior to kick off.
The South African anthem will be performed by Pearl Adams, a talented South African gospel and worship singer.
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Much of Pearl’s widespread recognition comes from her involvement with The Jesus Collective (TJC) – a well-known South African gospel music ministry and mentorship organisation that brings together established and rising artists.
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The Test, which is the Boks’ final home match in the inaugural Nations Championship, kicks off at 17:40 at Kings Park in Durban on Saturday.
Former Junior Springbok lock Ruben van Heerden is one of four players who will make their Test debut, and said he could not wait for the occasion.
“I don’t really know how to describe it,” said van Heerden.
“It’s been a whirlwind of a ride since I got the call to join the Springboks. At this stage, I’m not really too nervous, although perhaps the nerves will come, but I’m very excited for Saturday.
“Everyone walks a different path and has a different journey, so I’m trying not to overthink anything. I’m just grateful for the opportunity and hoping to make the most of it when it comes.”
The towering lock carved his path from the SA U18 team to the Junior Springboks between 2015 and 2017, and ran out for the SA ‘A’ team against Zimbabwe in Gqeberha a few weeks ago.
“It’s exciting playing alongside some of the double World Cup winners, and then having three other guys making their debuts as well,” he said, referencing Vusi Moyo (flyhalf), Carlu Sadie (prop), and Jaco Williams (wing).
“You know you’re not the only one, which is comforting. When I’m on the field on Saturday, and I look around me and see someone in the same position as I’m in, and at the same time get to draw inspiration from guys who have been there and done it, it makes it an occasion to look forward to.”