Erasmus on triumph: A win but room for improvement

WHILE the Springboks clinched backto-back Rugby Championship titles for the first time on Saturday afternoon at Twickenham in London, the way they scraped through against Argentina shows there's still plenty of work to be done.

- LEIGHTON KOOPMAN

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Despite losing two games in the tournament, they held their nerve at Twickenham to beat Argentina 29-27, making history under head coach Rassie Erasmus.

Thanks to their powerful scrum and rolling mauls, the Boks found their attacking rhythm in the second half, scoring three tries to take the game away from the Pumas. A desperately needed try was also rounded off late in the first half to kick-start the Boks' fightback.

Erasmus stated that while they were pleased with the victory and reaffirming their position in the southern hemisphere, they recognise that hard work lies ahead with their upcoming northern hemisphere Tests later this year. The Twickenham win should provide much-needed momentum for their return in a couple of weeks.