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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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Springboks considering 'innovative' bench selection for Ireland clash

Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks are considering going with a 7-1 bench split for their massive Rugby World Cup encounter against Ireland this weekend.

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Rassie: Handre Pollard not in line to face Ireland - but Eben Etzebeth fit

Flyhalf Handre Pollard will not be involved in South Africa's Rugby World Cup clash with Ireland in Paris on Saturday unless the Boks suffer a late injury crisis.

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Victor Matfield believes Rassie Erasmus heading to Ireland after World Cup

Springbok great Victor Matfield believes Rassie Erasmus is leaving his position as South Africa's director of rugby to take up a similar role in Ireland after the Rugby World Cup in France.

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Rassie Erasmus: Refs made right call with regards to Jesse Kriel tackle

While many believe Springbok centre Jesse Kriel was lucky to avoid further sanction for a dangerous tackle against Scotland on Sunday, Rassie Erasmus says the referees made the right decision.

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Boks laser-focused on Romania despite looming Ireland clash

The Springboks refuse to look beyond their next World Cup clash against Romania, despite the massive battle against Ireland that awaits.

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