**In a stunning display of rugby prowess, the Springboks dismantled the All Blacks with a record 43-10 victory in Wellington, throwing the Rugby Championship race wide open. Despite the significant win, Head Coach Rassie Erasmus keeps the triumph in perspective, emphasizing the ongoing journey rather than basking too long in the glory of a single game.**
Cheslin Kolbe led the charge with two tries, alongside contributions from Damian Willemse, RG Snyman, Kwagga Smith, and Andre Esterhuizen. This commanding performance not only secured a vital win but also marked South Africa's third consecutive unbeaten game in Wellington, a streak dating back to a draw in 2019. Yet, in the wake of victory, Erasmus reflects on past hardships and the sportsmanship displayed by their rivals. "We’ve been on the other side of such a result when we lost 57-0 against them, and they managed to retain their win record at Eden Park and didn’t throw it in our faces," he shared.
"We will enjoy tonight, we are flipping definitely going to enjoy tonight. But once we are back in South Africa again, it’s back to reality."
The South African squad is momentarily placed second in the Rugby Championship standings, trailing behind Australia due to the latter's collection of losing bonus points. With all teams locked at two wins each, the outcome of the next two games will be critical for the Springboks. Erasmus highlighted the importance of the coming matches and the broader ambitions of the team. "The scoreline is nice and for the guys to hang in there was good, but for us, it’s more about what we are trying to achieve," he remarked, keeping the focus on future challenges rather than dwelling on past successes.
Erasmus also praised the younger players and the team's preparation dynamics. "They had eight players with fewer than 10 caps, and we only had two with fewer than 10 caps," he noted, recognizing the blend of experience both teams brought to the field. The efforts of those who didn't play but prepared the squad were particularly lauded, emphasizing a collective effort regardless of who stepped onto the pitch.
As the Springboks gear up for their next encounters, particularly against a resilient Argentine side, the unity and belief within the team seem stronger than ever. "We want our people to believe in us because we see and feel what they do for us, and everyone back home trusts us to do our best," Erasmus concluded, signaling a resilient and focused team ready to tackle the challenges ahead.
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**In a stunning display of rugby prowess, the Springboks dismantled the All Blacks with a record 43-10 victory in Wellington, throwing the Rugby Championship race wide open. Despite the significant win, Head Coach Rassie Erasmus keeps the triumph in perspective, emphasizing the ongoing journey rather than basking too long in the glory of a single game.**
Cheslin Kolbe led the charge with two tries, alongside contributions from Damian Willemse, RG Snyman, Kwagga Smith, and Andre Esterhuizen. This commanding performance not only secured a vital win but also marked South Africa's third consecutive unbeaten game in Wellington, a streak dating back to a draw in 2019. Yet, in the wake of victory, Erasmus reflects on past hardships and the sportsmanship displayed by their rivals. "We’ve been on the other side of such a result when we lost 57-0 against them, and they managed to retain their win record at Eden Park and didn’t throw it in our faces," he shared.
"We will enjoy tonight, we are flipping definitely going to enjoy tonight. But once we are back in South Africa again, it’s back to reality."
The South African squad is momentarily placed second in the Rugby Championship standings, trailing behind Australia due to the latter's collection of losing bonus points. With all teams locked at two wins each, the outcome of the next two games will be critical for the Springboks. Erasmus highlighted the importance of the coming matches and the broader ambitions of the team. "The scoreline is nice and for the guys to hang in there was good, but for us, it’s more about what we are trying to achieve," he remarked, keeping the focus on future challenges rather than dwelling on past successes.
Erasmus also praised the younger players and the team's preparation dynamics. "They had eight players with fewer than 10 caps, and we only had two with fewer than 10 caps," he noted, recognizing the blend of experience both teams brought to the field. The efforts of those who didn't play but prepared the squad were particularly lauded, emphasizing a collective effort regardless of who stepped onto the pitch.
As the Springboks gear up for their next encounters, particularly against a resilient Argentine side, the unity and belief within the team seem stronger than ever. "We want our people to believe in us because we see and feel what they do for us, and everyone back home trusts us to do our best," Erasmus concluded, signaling a resilient and focused team ready to tackle the challenges ahead.