Felix Jones: I owe Rassie and Jacques absolutely everything

Felix Jones admits it will be a wrench to leave South Africa when he joins England but he will do so eternally grateful for the opportunities he has been given by Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber

GRATEFUL: Felix Jones (right) says he will be eternally grateful to Rassie Erasmus (left) and Jacques Nienaber (not pictured) as he prepares for the final chapter of his stint with South Africa. Pic: INPHO/Morgan Treacy

Felix Jones admits it will be a wrench to leave South Africa when he joins the England staff for 2024 but he will do so eternally grateful for the opportunities he has been given by Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber.

The former Munster full-back and assistant coach is entering the home straight on his four-year tenure with the Springboks that began in spectacular style with their 2019 World Cup success in Japan. Next stop will be Twickenham, and a place on Steve Borthwick’s post-tournament coaching ticket. It seems like a natural progression on Jones’ career trajectory notwithstanding he will be in the unusual position of being an Irishman in the England camp.