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Rassie respectful but unfazed
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|November 21, 2025
SPRINGBOK coach Rassie Erasmus says the result of a close match against Ireland tomorrow will not define a season, in which his team have already won 11 of the 13 matches they have played.
Erasmus added that while much is being made about the Boks losing four of their last five games against the Irish, the margins have been tiny.
“I am not sure that Saturday's result will define the season as being successful or not,’ the coach said. “If we play at our best, but Ireland are better on the day, what can you say then? That is rugby.
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Rassie respectful but unfazed
SPRINGBOK coach Rassie Erasmus says the result of a close match against Ireland tomorrow will not define a season, in which his team have already won 11 of the 13 matches they have played.
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November 21, 2025
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