Good news: the forma head coach of Sa Rugby has announced his return…
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The 51-year-old has a contract that runs through the next competition in 2027. He was recently admitted to the hospital after suffering severe chemical burns in what was called a “freak accident.”
Jerry Flannery, the defense coach for the Harlequins, has been added by Erasmus to his backroom staff. Later this month, the former Ireland flanker will depart from the Gallagher Premiership team.
The attack will be led by former New Zealand fly-half Tony Brown, while recently retired referee Jaco Peyper will provide commentary on the rules of the game.
After assisting the Springboks in retaining the world title, Duane Vermeulen announced his retirement today. He will now serve as a “roving” coach for all of the national teams.
“Coaching the Springboks is a huge honor, and I appreciate the faith you have in me,” Erasmus remarked.
“I will be more involved in the field sessions this season than I was in the previous four years.
“We had our first coaching session this week at the hospital, and it’s great to see the enthusiasm among the coaches to get the season underway. In my role as Director of Rugby for the last four years, I continued to oversee the team structures and strategy in conjunction with Jacques and the other coaches, so it should be an easy transition back into the head coach role.”
Ludlam to quit Northampton Saints after eight years as South Africa holds off a 14-man New Zealand team to win a record-breaking fourth World Cup.
According to Borthwick, England appeared to be a team that had “only three training sessions together.”
Known for his cunning and outspoken demeanor, Erasmus received a one-year matchday penalty for sharing a video that detailed a referee’s mistreatment of the British & Irish Lions in 2021.
In July, he will take control of his debut two-game series against Ireland.
