South African great Bryan Habana says he is not surprised by Jacques Nienaber's impending departure as Springbok head coach after the upcoming Rugby World Cup.
SA Rugby President Mark Alexander has moved to quell fears after the bombshell revelation over the weekend that Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber will be stepping aside.
SA Rugby have announced that current coach Jacques Nienaber will step down from his duties with the Springboks upon the conclusion of the upcoming 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has cast his net wide with an eye on Rugby World Cup selection saying while they are currently tracking a group of about 60 players.
Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber look set to retain their roles as Springboks' director of rugby and head coach respectively after the Rugby World Cup.
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber and captain Siya Kolisi praised the team for their brave effort to earn their first win over England at Twickenham since 2014.