Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus recalled previous Springbok setbacks after his team's 33-16 defeat by the All Blacks in the opening test of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry at Ellis Park on Saturday.
The Springboks paid a heavy price for failing to take their opportunities against a more clinical All Blacks side who came away with a famous 33-16 victory at Ellis Park.
The All Blacks have suffered a late setback ahead of the opening Test of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry against the Springboks at Ellis Park.
Springbok assistant coach Felix Jones says the healthy competition between established internationals and emerging players is helping drive the team’s continued development.
Utility back Will Jordan believes the All Blacks have grown from their record 43-10 loss at the hands of the Springboks in Wellington last year.
Springbok centre Damian de Allende will become the 10th player in history to earn 100 Test caps for South Africa when they meet the All Blacks in the opening game of the inaugural Rugby's Greatest Rivalry in Johannesburg on Saturday.