Rassie Erasmus admits 'huge task' ahead reviving fallen giants South Africa

New Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has admitted he faces a "huge task" reviving fallen giants South Africa.

Rassie Erasmus admits 'huge task' ahead reviving fallen giants South Africa
Thu, 01 Mar, 2018 - 12:42

New Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has admitted he faces a "huge task" reviving fallen giants South Africa.

The former Munster director of rugby has been appointed new Springbok coach up to the 2023 World Cup, replacing Allister Coetzee, who has lost his job halfway through a four-year contract.

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