Rassie Erasmus Reacts to Reaching New Test Milestone in Springboks’ Win Over All Blacks in Baltimore
- The Springboks overpowered All Blacks of New Zealand in Baltimore on Saturday to clinch the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series
- The victory marked a significant personal milestone for Rassie Erasmus, who reached a landmark occasion in charge of the team
- The Springboks head coach reflected on how far the South Africa have come since his difficult start as the director of the team in 2018
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The Springboks have cemented their status among the greatest teams in rugby history after demolishing the All Blacks 43-28 in Baltimore on Saturday night, sealing a 3-1 series victory in the inaugural Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tournament.
The win came on particularly meaningful ground for head coach Rassie Erasmus, whose 100th Test in charge of South Africa unfolded on the same soil where his tenure began eight years ago with a defeat to Wales in 2018.
Erasmus reflects on 100th Test milestone
Erasmus acknowledged the significance of the occasion, noting how the location brought his journey full circle.
"Obviously, the first time was awful. A couple of years later, we won against New Zealand. It makes up for that start," he said.
The coach also expressed enthusiasm for the new series concept, highlighting its value in bringing the sport closer to supporters in new markets.
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"When this came up on the radar, we said, 'Ja, for sure'. New Zealand were getting into the communities in South Africa, and the supporters got to see their heroes in the flesh," Erasmus said.
A series the Springboks will not forget
Beyond the final score, Erasmus highlighted the wider historical significance of the series, describing it as the beginning of what could become one of rugby’s most iconic fixtures.
He said the Springboks were proud to be part of the 2026 series, stressing that its significance went beyond simply winning. Erasmus suggested that, years from now, the players would look back with pride on having featured in the opening chapter of a renewed rivalry between the two nations.
The 43-28 victory underlined South Africa’s dominance throughout the series, with the Springboks producing a commanding points margin over their opponents to secure the title in convincing fashion. The triumph further strengthened their credentials as one of the leading teams in international rugby.
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