Rassie Erasmus Lauds Squad Competition as Springboks Defeat All Blacks

Rassie Erasmus, head coach of South Africa's national rugby team, praises the internal competition in his squad following their hard-fought victory against New Zealand. This win, marking their fourth consecutive triumph over the All Blacks, highlights the team's balanced mix of seasoned veterans and promising newcomers gearing up for future tournaments.

Rassie Erasmus, head coach of South Africa's national rugby team, has praised the internal competition within his squad after a crucial 18-12 victory over New Zealand in Cape Town. The win brings them closer to the Rugby Championship title.

Although the match was not a flawless performance from the defending world champions, this victory marks the fourth consecutive win over the All Blacks, a feat not accomplished in 75 years. Erasmus highlighted the blend of experienced veterans and promising young players, including impressive performances from flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu.

"We are at a stage where young guys are knocking hard on the door," Erasmus told reporters. "This competition can either be seen as a threat or a way to prolong senior players' careers by rotating them." Erasmus plans to continue rotating players for the remainder of the Rugby Championship, with separate squads for their upcoming fixtures against Argentina.

(With inputs from agencies.)