Frans Steyn's return to the Springbok squad has been sedate compared to his high- profile walkout three years ago, which cost him both financially and emotionally.
After nearly five years in the international wilderness, centre Steyn joined the Springbok camp in Plettenberg Bay on Wednesday ready to make up for lost time.
Steyn, 30, who has been playing for Montpellier in France, played the last of his 53 Tests in September 2012 against the All Blacks.
Injuries in June 2014 appeared to have ended his Test career until Allister Coetzee recalled the tortured genius last week.
Steyn's petulant exit in 2014 centred on a contractual dispute and the payment of his image rights to a third party, which owned them.
It remains unclear if any animosity remains between Steyn and SA Rugby, but there has been a rebuilding of bridges that led to his return.
"Coach Allister told me I can still make a contribution to the Springboks, while I told him I would do my best for the team," Steyn said.
Coetzee said he was looking forward to Steyn slotting into the squad .
"I am delighted that he has joined us for the French series.
"It really is a huge bonus to have a player of the calibre of Frans joining us," the national coach said.
- TMG Digital/TMG Sport
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