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Head coach Rassie Erasmus admitted the Springboks had "nobody else to blame but ourselves" following their dramatic 42-38 defeat to the Wallabies in Perth.  |  Backpagepix
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Rassie Erasmus refuses to blame tech glitches as Wallabies edge Springboks in Perth thrill-rider

Rassie Erasmus blamed poor cohesion and missed opportunities—not match-day communication breakdowns—after a revamped Springboks side suffered a 42-38 defeat to Australia in Perth.

Springbok loose forward Elrigh Louw brings height and lineout capability to Rassie Erasmus' revamped back row.  |  Backpagepix
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Rassie Erasmus backs new-look Springboks loose trio to win breakdown battle against Australia

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus explains his unconventional back-row selection as South Africa make 13 changes for their Test against Australia in Perth.

André Esterhuizen will captain a new-look Springbok side featuring 13 changes for Sunday's Test against Australia in Perth.  |  AFP
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Rassie Erasmus backs versatile André Esterhuizen to captain Springboks against Australia

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has made 13 changes for Sunday's one-off Test against Australia in Perth, handing the captaincy to André Esterhuizen.

Sharks star Andre Esterhuizen will lead a revamped Springboks side as captain for the first time against Australia in Perth.  |  Backpagepix
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Andre Esterhuizen captains new-look Springboks as Rassie Erasmus makes 13 changes

Andre Esterhuizen will captain the Springboks for the first time as Rassie Erasmus names a heavily revamped side to face Australia in Perth.

Springbok flank Pieter-Steph du Toit takes the ball up during the Springboks' previous match against the Wallabies in Perth.
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Springboks get vital 2027 World Cup rehearsal against Australia in Perth

The Springboks' upcoming Test against Australia at Perth’s Optus Stadium serves as a strategic dry run ahead of their 2027 Rugby World Cup title defence.

The Springboks are redefining their style of play under head coach Rassie Erasmus as they build towards the 2027 World Cup.  |  AFP
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Springboks' evolving game under Rassie Erasmus signals terrifying potential ahead of 2027 World Cup

South Africa's 3–1 series win against the All Blacks showcased an evolving Springbok side blending ruthless forward power with backline flair ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

The Springboks secured a memorable 3-1 series win against the All Blacks, but head coach Rassie Erasmus will be eager to fix lineout inconsistencies and defensive lapses on the edge before their next Test campaign.  |  Backpagepix
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Down Under: Three key areas Springboks must fix following Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry victory

Despite a 3-1 series victory over the All Blacks, Rassie Erasmus and the Springboks have critical areas to refine ahead of future Test matches.

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has overseen a historic run of victories against the All Blacks since 2018.  |  AFP
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Five of the best: Rassie Erasmus’ most iconic Springbok wins over the All Blacks ... so far

With Rassie Erasmus hitting a landmark milestone of victories against New Zealand, we look back at five of the Springboks' greatest wins over the All Blacks in the Erasmus era.

Morné van den Berg has been promoted to the Springbok starting line-up at scrumhalf for Saturday's series finale against the All Blacks in Baltimore.  |  AFP
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Springboks v All Blacks: Uncompromising Rassie Erasmus names heavy artillery for Baltimore finale

Rassie Erasmus has shown no mercy in his team selection, naming a near-unchanged Springbok side for the series decider against a battered All Blacks team in Baltimore.

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has opted for continuity in the flyhalf position with Sacha Feinburg-Mngomezulu ahead of Saturday’s series finale against New Zealand.  |  AFP
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Springboks v All Blacks: Rassie Erasmus backs Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu for Baltimore finale

Rassie Erasmus has named an unchanged squad for the Springboks' series decider against the All Blacks in Baltimore, keeping faith with Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu.

Mind games or valid concerns? All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has ramped up the heat on match officials ahead of the third Test against the Springboks in Soweto.  |  Backpagepix
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Whining All Blacks trade traditional class for cynicism in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry

The All Blacks' persistent complaints over Springbok scrum tactics and off-the-ball antics signal a decline from their former status as rugby's gold standard.

Power, precision, and plenty of cake — Ox Nche will start for the Springboks this weekend at FNB Stadium.  |  Backpagepix
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Rassie Erasmus targets home series victory ahead of Boks' final 2026 Test in SA

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus insists his team must secure a third Test win over the All Blacks to ensure they cannot lose the series in their final home fixture of 2026.

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has rejected claims by All Blacks counterpart Dave Rennie that South Africa’s pack deliberately "walks around" in scrums, accusing Rennie of trying to influence referees through the media.  |  Backpagepix
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Rassie Erasmus hits back at All Blacks coach Dave Rennie over scrum claims

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has slammed Dave Rennie for using the media to criticise South Africa’s scrum tactics instead of using World Rugby’s official protocols.

Cheslin Kolbe shifts to full-back as Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus names his team for the third Test against the All Blacks in Johannesburg.  |  Backpagepix

Rassie Erasmus opts for continuity in Springboks line-up for All Blacks Test at FNB Stadium

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has named his team to face the All Blacks at FNB Stadium, making front-row rotations and shifting Cheslin Kolbe to full-back following Damian…

Rassie Erasmus admits to feeling nervous ahead of the Springboks' showdown with the All Blacks, but insists both teams will go "full out" at Ellis Park.  |  Backpagepix
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Nervous Rassie Erasmus vows Springboks will go 'full out' against All Blacks

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus admits to feeling nervous ahead of the clash against the All Blacks at Ellis Park, promising both teams will go full out to land the first…

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus sent national laws advisor and former Test referee Jaco Peyper to front the media on Monday as psychological mind games intensify ahead of Saturday’s Test against the All Blacks at Ellis Park.  |  Backpagepix

Rassie turns to 3D chess as Springboks ramp up mental battle against All Blacks

pringbok coach Rassie Erasmus is keeping his cards close to his chest ahead of Saturday's Ellis Park Test against New Zealand, fielding law advisor Jaco Peyper for media duty as…

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi remains a doubt for the opening Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Test against New Zealand, with coach Rassie Erasmus set to assess his fitness following Monday's training session.  |  Backpagepix

Rassie Erasmus delays decision on injured Siya Kolisi ahead of All Blacks Test

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus says a final call on Siya Kolisi and Ox Nche will be made following Monday's training session, while keeping his options open at flyhalf.

SPRINGBOK coach Rassie Erasmus is expecting a massive battle against the All Blacks.

Boks in knockout mode ahead of first Test

SPRINGBOK coach Rassie Erasmus has shifted his team into World Cup-style knockout mode as they prepare for a blockbuster clash against the All Blacks in the first Rugby’s…

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says his squad are fully focused ahead of the four-Test series against New Zealand starting at Ellis Park.  |  Backpagepix
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Rassie Erasmus confirms Springboks fully recovered and ready for All Blacks series

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says his world champions have recovered from their trip to Argentina and are prepared for a World Cup knockout-style battle against the All Blacks.

Cameron Hanekom has impressed at No 8, highlighting the Springboks' immense forward depth ahead of the All Blacks series.  |  AFP
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Superior squad depth gives Springboks advantage over All Blacks in four-test series

Rassie Erasmus’s well-established rotation policy could give the Springboks a crucial edge over an injury-hit All Blacks squad in their upcoming four-Test series.