Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus and captain Siya Kolisi are under no illusion as to the challenge that awaits when England arrive on the shores of the Republic next week.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has praised the impact of several emerging players following South Africa’s emphatic 80-31 victory over the Barbarians at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha over the weekend.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named a 46-man squad featuring six uncapped players and a host of returning Bulls players for the inaugural Nations Championship.
Despite defensive concerns raised by Rassie Erasmus, the Springboks overpowered the Barbarians 80-31 at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, running in a flurry of tries in a one-sided contest.
While the Springboks have one of the deepest talent pools in world rugby, coach Rassie Erasmus revealed why there is a slight gap in the players coming through.
Stormers flanker Paul de Villiers has earned the praise of current and former Springbok coaches Rassie Erasmus and Nick Mallett.