Rassie Erasmus Returns as Head Coach of South Africa's Springboks, Aiming for Third Consecutive World Cup Win in 2027

Erasmus succeeds Jacques Nienaber following second World Cup triumph; plans to keep current assistant coaches in their roles.

Rassie Erasmus, who previously lead the South African Springboks to World Cup victory in 2019, is returning as head coach with an aim to secure a third consecutive World Cup win in 2027.
Erasmus succeeds Jacques Nienaber, who navigated the team to their second consecutive World Cup win, but has announced his move to Irish side Leinster post the tournament.
After the 2019 World Cup win, Erasmus had taken up the role of South Africa's director of rugby, but his influence was always seen within the team.
Revered in South Africa for his innovation and tactical acumen, Erasmus has been effective in getting the best out of his players, though he has courted controversy at times.
The existing assistant coaches, Mzwandile Stick and Deon Davids, as well as scrum coach Daan Human, are expected to remain in their roles, emphasising Erasmus' trust in his current team.