It was a day for the history books in Wellington as Rassie Erasmus's Springboks steamrolled over the All Blacks with a staggering 43-10 victory, marking New Zealand's most crushing defeat to date. This monumental win catapulted the Boks to the number two spot in the Rugby Championship standings, breathing down the necks of the leading Wallabies and edging past the All Blacks based on point difference.
Erasmus was quick to commend the unwavering belief that permeates his squad. "We gave our best today," he declared in the post-match euphoria, adding, "There’s huge trust and belief in each other." Despite the sweet taste of victory, Erasmus maintained a level-headed perspective.
"The win is nice, it’s satisfying, but we don’t need to dwell on that. New Zealand didn’t rub last week’s win at Eden Park in our faces, so we’ll really enjoy tonight, but that’s it."
He affirmed the team's focus on the bigger picture: staying competitive in the Rugby Championship.
The Springboks' tactician also highlighted the influential role of the team's veterans, who rallied around the novices, priming them for their Wellington showdown. "The way the guys who didn’t play last week really helped prepare the younger guys, was good to see," Erasmus remarked. He believes the upcoming matches will be the real litmus test for the squad's prowess.
Erasmus is not just building a team; he's curating a powerhouse.
"We played fearlessly,"
he noted, underscoring the bold, enterprising play that has become synonymous with his team. "We’re a group of 45 players and these were just the guys playing tonight. Of course, they put up their hands but we’ve got some solid guys who didn’t play tonight. So we’re very proud."
As the Boks prepare for their next encounter, the rugby world waits with bated breath to see if this team can maintain their formidable form. One thing is clear: under Erasmus's stewardship, the Springboks are not just participants in the Rugby Championship; they are formidable contenders, redefining resilience and teamwork with every match they play.
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It was a day for the history books in Wellington as Rassie Erasmus's Springboks steamrolled over the All Blacks with a staggering 43-10 victory, marking New Zealand's most crushing defeat to date. This monumental win catapulted the Boks to the number two spot in the Rugby Championship standings, breathing down the necks of the leading Wallabies and edging past the All Blacks based on point difference.
Erasmus was quick to commend the unwavering belief that permeates his squad. "We gave our best today," he declared in the post-match euphoria, adding, "There’s huge trust and belief in each other." Despite the sweet taste of victory, Erasmus maintained a level-headed perspective.
"The win is nice, it’s satisfying, but we don’t need to dwell on that. New Zealand didn’t rub last week’s win at Eden Park in our faces, so we’ll really enjoy tonight, but that’s it."
He affirmed the team's focus on the bigger picture: staying competitive in the Rugby Championship.The Springboks' tactician also highlighted the influential role of the team's veterans, who rallied around the novices, priming them for their Wellington showdown. "The way the guys who didn’t play last week really helped prepare the younger guys, was good to see," Erasmus remarked. He believes the upcoming matches will be the real litmus test for the squad's prowess.
Erasmus is not just building a team; he's curating a powerhouse.
"We played fearlessly,"
he noted, underscoring the bold, enterprising play that has become synonymous with his team. "We’re a group of 45 players and these were just the guys playing tonight. Of course, they put up their hands but we’ve got some solid guys who didn’t play tonight. So we’re very proud."As the Boks prepare for their next encounter, the rugby world waits with bated breath to see if this team can maintain their formidable form. One thing is clear: under Erasmus's stewardship, the Springboks are not just participants in the Rugby Championship; they are formidable contenders, redefining resilience and teamwork with every match they play.