BOKS, TJOPS & DOPS: The road to Rugby World Cup: Does Rassie Erasmus have another trick up his sleeve?

Rassie Erasmus is a name that has become synonymous with South African rugby.

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He is the man who guided the Springboks to victory in the 2019 Rugby World Cup just a few months after taking over as head coach.

Erasmus is known for his tactical genius and ability to get the best out of his players.

THE RISE OF RASSIE ERASMUS AND SPRINGBOKS’ JOURNEY TO GLORY

When Erasmus took over as head coach of the Springboks in March 2018, the team was in disarray.

They had just come off a disastrous 2017 season and were ranked sixth in the world.

But Erasmus had a plan.

He knew that he had to build a team that was not only physically strong, but mentally tough as well.

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Erasmus started by focusing on the basics.

He made sure that his players were fit and healthy and that they had a good understanding of the game plan. He also made sure that they were mentally prepared for every Test.

But what really set Erasmus apart was his tactical genius.

He knew how to read the game and make changes on the fly. He was not afraid to take risks and try new things.

As much was evident in the 2019 World Cup final against England.

England came into the final as favourites, but Erasmus had a plan.

He knew that England would try to play a more expansive game, so he came up with a game plan that would nullify their strengths.

He also made some key substitutions at crucial moments in the game.

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The result was a resounding victory for South Africa. They won 32-12 and lifted the Webb Ellis Cup for the third time in their history.

Erasmus’s “Bomb Squad,” a group of players who come off the bench and make an immediate impact on the game, played an important role in securing South Africa’s victory.

Now, as South Africa prepares to defend their title at the upcoming Rugby World Cup in France, they are sure to play all their cards to retain the trophy.

Erasmus is sure to have some new tricks up his sleeve and he is confident that he can guide the team to victory once again.

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