Rassie Erasmus wants to remain Springbok head coach until the 2031 World Cup in the USA, but SA Rugby must act fast to keep him.
According to Rapport, Erasmus is keen to extend his stay beyond the 2027 tournament in Australia and has the backing of his management team. However, he reportedly has two overseas options on the table should talks with SA Rugby stall.
SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer confirmed that discussions are ongoing: “It looks promising,” he told Rapport.
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Erasmus has been in charge of the Springboks since 2018, guiding the team to World Cup glory in 2019 and 2023. Saturday’s Test against Italy in Port Elizabeth was his 41st at the helm, while he was also a hands-on director of rugby during Jacques Nienaber’s 39-Test tenure.
Only Jake White (54), Peter de Villiers (48) and Heyneke Meyer (48) have coached the Boks in more Tests.
Erasmus is not currently eyeing a promotion and sees continuing as Bok head coach as his preferred option – provided a new deal is agreed soon.
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