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Rassie Erasmus, Johan Ackermann back Marco van Staden for hybrid role

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus and Bulls coach Johan Ackermann have highlighted the value of Marco van Staden's versatility.

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Eddie Jones praises Rassie Erasmus for his tactical genius and player management

Japan head coach Eddie Jones has hailed Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus as a "rugby guru", praising his detailed approach and innovative thinking in the game.

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Rassie Erasmus on senior Springboks: 'Some guys left out can still play'

Rassie Erasmus has opened up about the management of senior Springbok players and the challenges of balancing experience with keeping the squad fresh.

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Bok star Makazole Mapimpi enters fashion world with new menswear brand

Springbok and Sharks winger Makazole Mapimpi has taken his first step into the fashion industry with the soft launch of his own clothing label, elevè.

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Rassie Erasmus: We had to persuade Frans Malherbe not to retire

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has revealed that veteran prop Frans Malherbe came close to retiring last year due to persistent back and neck issues, but was convinced by the Bok management team to continue playing.

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Dave Wessels says South African rugby is 'far beyond the rest of the world' in one key area

Dave Wessels believes South Africa's schoolboy rugby system and player pathways put the country far ahead of the rest of the world.

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