Rassie Erasmus Slams Stupid Errors in Argentina Tie, Points Out Costly Mistake by Springboks Star
- Rassie Erasmus has commented on some of the errors the Springboks made during their resounding victory over Argentina in the Rugby Championship
- The South African rugby national team thrashed the Pumas 67-30 despite making several mistakes in the first half at the Hollywoodbets Kings Park Stadium
- Fans also shared their opinion on what Erasmus said about the errors made in the match on social media
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus pointed out some of the silly mistakes the Springboks made during their famous victory over the Pumas of Argentina in the Rugby Championship this weekend.
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South Africa thumped Argentina 67-30 at the Hollywoodbets Kings Park Stadium on Saturday, 27 September 2025. The win put the Springboks in pole position to retain the Rugby Championship this year as they currently sit on top of the table, with the All Blacks of New Zealand staying close in second place.
Erasmus points out Springboks' mistakes
Despite being happy about the victory and praising a Springboks star in the process, Erasmus shared some of the errors they made in the first half.
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One of the most costly moments came from winger Cheslin Kolbe, whose brief lapse in judgment led to an unintentional goal-line dropout. Argentina capitalised immediately, scoring a try while the Springboks were still retreating casually toward their own try line.
Another costly error came from hooker Malcolm Marx, whose illegal side entry into a defensive maul handed Argentina a penalty try and saw him sent to the sin bin.
Despite these setbacks, the Springboks bounced back strongly, adding six more tries in the second half after their three in the opening period. They took control of both the set-pieces and open play, overcoming a first half riddled with offsides, knock-ons, dangerous tackles, and other mistakes.
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“There were a couple of silly mistakes on our part that handed them tries,” Erasmus admitted.
“The yellow card and Cheslin’s drop-out from the dead-ball area were examples. It was a straightforward error; he wasn’t attempting a short kick-off, he simply wanted to send the ball back to the guys taking the restart. But because he drop-kicked it, Argentina scored from the mistake. It was just a momentary lapse in judgment.”
Erasmus admitted he had forgiven Kolbe for the error, and his reaction sparked different opinions on social media.
Barbara-Anne Deyzel said:
"It was after that, that the Springboks got fired up and played magnificently. Every try after that was as though they were saying "THATS how you do it!"!!!"
Errol Stroud wrote:
"One mistake among hundreds of moments of brilliance...he is forgiven."
Paul Kotze shared:
"They weren’t 5m, the replay shows Santiago was already over the 5m line? Any other referee would not have awarded the try as far as I’m concerned. Cheslin is still the best winger in world rugby, he won’t drop kick it to pass the ball next time I’m sure. 👍"
Hazel Claassen commented:
"Its fine ,we can't have all good days but his best days outweigh the bad. You are still our hero Chessie!😁"
Ian Murgatroyd reacted:
"Cheslin Kolbe is in so much credit he can do this from time to time . No problem , still the best wing in the world !!!!"
Juan Jurgen Pike added:
"For everything this guy has done for us, he is allowed a brainfart. Definitely not something he will do again. Cheslin is still the pride and joy of the Springboks."
Erasmus hits back at Springboks critics
Briefly News also reported that Erasmus has responded to Springboks critics ahead of their tie with Argentina.
The South African rugby mentor is not holding back anymore as he's defending his reputation as the Boks' coach.
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