Rassie Erasmus has commended New Zealand’s resilience in their own defensive 22 following the Springboks 33-16 defeat to the All Blacks in the opening test of the inaugural Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry.
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 captain Pieter-Steph du Toit expressed his excitement about participating in what he described as a special tournament against the All Blacks in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series.
Springbok assistant coach Felix Jones says the healthy competition between established internationals and emerging players is helping drive the team’s continued development.