JACQUES-NIENABER

Damian Willemse

The Springboks can still retain the Rugby World Cup, says Nienaber

South Africa coach Jacques Nienaber conceded his side were second best against Ireland in their epic Pool B clash on Saturday, but insists they can still retain the Rugby World Cup.

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Nienaber and Kolisi talk missed opportunities after Ireland loss

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber and captain Siya Kolisi rued the missed opportunities as they suffered a disappointing 13-8 defeat to Ireland at the Stade de France in Paris on Saturday.

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Springbok coaches shut down criticism of 7-1 split on safety grounds

Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber have dismissed suggestions their decision to use a 7-1 bench split presents a safety risk to the opposition.

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Nienaber understands risks involved with Boks' 7-1 bench

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber is comfortable with the risks of naming a potent 7-1 split on the bench for their blockbuster Rugby World Cup fixture against Ireland.

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Jacques Nienaber happy with clean sheet, 11 tries against Romania

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber was satisfied with his team's performance in Sunday's 76-0 win over Romania and was particularly happy with the team's intensity both on attack and defence.

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Boks gutted over Malcolm Marx injury - but the show must go on

The Springboks' thoughts were still with Malcolm Marx on Friday after his tournament-ending injury, which they described as not just a loss for South Africa but the whole Rugby World Cup.

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