Springboks new head coach. Rassie Erasmus for Bafana Bafana
Worst kept secret confirmed: Rassie Erasmus will take over from Jacques Nienaber as head coach of the Springboks. Photo: SA Rugby

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Springboks: The rumour that could change the Rugby World Cup

As the Springboks gear up for the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals, speculation swirls around Rassie Erasmus’ strategy.

29-09-23 08:46
Springboks new head coach. Rassie Erasmus for Bafana Bafana
Worst kept secret confirmed: Rassie Erasmus will take over from Jacques Nienaber as head coach of the Springboks. Photo: SA Rugby

The rumour mill is spinning with intrigue as word spreads of a top-secret Springboks strategy for Rugby World Cup glory. Speculation is rife ahead of the knockout stages in what could be a game-changing moment.

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RASSIE’S MASTERPLAN

Rugby fever has gripped Mzansi as Rassie Erasmus, and the Springboks seem to have an ace up their sleeve. But what exactly is this secret weapon? The rugby world watches in anticipation.

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The heart-stopping clash with Ireland in Pool B hinted at unexpected tactics to come. Erasmus is known for shock and awe – could the Boks have a revolutionary new game plan? Or a surprise selection to throw the opposition off balance?

MORE THAN JUST A GAME: SPRINGBOKS PLAYING FOR PRIDE AND PASSION

This World Cup campaign means more than trophies and rankings. The men in green and gold carry the hopes of a rugby-obsessed nation on their shoulders. The Boks are playing for more than themselves – they’re playing for everyone back home filled with pride and passion for the game and the team that represents them on sport’s biggest stage.

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Every bone-crunching tackle, line-break, and try comes straight from the heart. Erasmus’ squad is writing the next chapter in SA’s epic rugby history.

SPRINGBOKS SET FOR RUGBY WORLD CUP QUARTERFINALS

Now just 80 minutes stand between the Boks and a quarterfinals spot. The rugby world is on the edge of their seats waiting to see if the rumoured secret strategy is unleashed against Tonga on Sunday.

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Will it be a new never-before-seen formation? A shock selection? Or an entirely fresh game plan? All will be revealed when the battle for World Cup glory resumes. Until then, the guessing games continue as anticipation reaches fever pitch. Squad depth and versatility could prove key weapons for Erasmus’ Bokke.