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New Zealand

47-5

Finished

Fiji

Caleb ClarkeTRY

5 : 0

10'

Damian McKenzieCON

7 : 0

13'

Cortez RatimaTRY

12 : 0

14'

Damian McKenzieCON

14 : 0

14 : 5

18'

Vilimoni BotituTRY

26'

Billy ProctorTRY

19 : 5

27'

Simione KuruvoliFrank Lomani

34'

Ardie SaveaTRY

24 : 5

35'

Damian McKenzieCON

26 : 5

36'

Noah HothamCortez Ratima

41'

Haereiti HetetEroni Mawi

41'

Samu TawakeLosilosi Doge Mesake

45'

Richardson DanTRY

31 : 5

46'

Damian McKenzieCON

33 : 5

47'

Sireli MaqalaInia Tabuavou

51'

Tamaiti WilliamsEthan De Groot

53'

Elia CanakaivataKitione Salawa

55'

Richardson DanTRY

38 : 5

56'

George BellAsafo Aumua

56'

Pasilio TosiFletcher Newell

56'

Wallace SititiArdie Savea

60'

Ethan De GrootTRY

38 : 5

60'

Damian McKenzieCON

40 : 5

60'

Emoni NarawaSevu Reece

60'

Caleb MuntzIsaiah Armstrong-Ravula

60'

Sam DarryTupou Vaa'i

61'

Albert TuisueViliame Mata

67'

Zuriel TogiatamaTevita Ikanivere

73'

Jordie BarrettBeauden Barrett

78'

George BellTRY

45 : 5

79'

Damian McKenzieCON

47 : 5

Venue Guide
Stadium	Snapdragon Stadium

News

Kitsie, Big Trev rate Rassie’s game analysis

Steven Kitshoff and Trevor Nyakane have offered a glimpse into how Rassie Erasmus studies the game – and why the Springboks remain a step ahead. The double World Cup-winning front rowers say Erasmus never simply “watches” rugby. Even in relaxed settings, the Bok boss is constantly analysing opponents. “It would be a deep dive for him. I think he is very analytical,” Kitshoff said on the For The Love Of Rugby podcast. “He’d be watching and thinking, ‘How do we prepare for these guys in a couple of months?’ That’s his style. “There would be messages going back and forth with the coaches – Felix [Jones], Stokke [Mzwandile Stick], Daan [Human], and looking at the boys’ shape and what the challenges will be. So no, they would go flat out. all looking at different aspects like scrums and shape. They go flat out.” However, Kitshoff said the Boks brains trust would probably be doing it with a beer in hand. “They’re not animals, but like, they’re not robots.” ALSO: Rassie lures England analyst to Boks Nyakane echoed that sentiment, explaining that Erasmus’ relaxed demeanour can be misleading. “They’re watching, but they’re analysing – that’s what they do,” said Nyakane. “You might see him dancing in a video or something, but for sure he’s analysing the games. “When you’re in that environment, you learn quickly that you don’t just watch a game. You try to pick up things.” ALSO: JJ trusts Rassie’s judgement Nyakane added that Erasmus often tests players’ rugby awareness during training camps. “He’ll ask you, ‘What do you think of that game?’ Meanwhile, he’s already analysed it inside out,” he said. “So it’s always good to have something to say – even just to impress.” FREE DIGI-MAG! SA stars light up Europe Photo: Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images The post Kitsie, Big Trev rate Rassie’s game analysis appeared first on SA Rugby magazine.

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Nienaber, Everitt set for Dublin duel

Jacques Nienaber and Sean Everitt will go head-to-head when Leinster host Edinburgh in a high-stakes Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash on Sunday. Nienaber, the 2023 Springbok World Cup-winning coach, has made a significant impact since joining Leinster, particularly with their aggressive defensive system. Everitt, meanwhile, is looking to salvage Edinburgh’s season after their Vodacom URC playoff hopes were effectively ended by defeat to the Stormers in Cape Town last week. Despite that setback, Everitt insists his team will not back down in Dublin. “We’ve got to understand that the chances of qualifying are probably gone,” he said of the URC. “But we are fighters and we’re going to play the best we can every weekend. “We’ve got a Champions Cup game against Leinster away, and that will be our focus. We’re definitely not going to throw away this season.” ALSO: All Black defends Nienaber amid criticism The challenge, however, is immense. Leinster are expected to welcome back a host of international stars, prompting Everitt to quip: “We know that next week we’re probably playing Ireland because they will have all their players back.” However, he said Edinburgh had quality players of their own they can count on, including South Africans. “You saw that [against the Stormers]. I thought Ewan Ashman was outstanding at hooker, and [Scotland loosehead prop] Pierre Schoeman did really well, as did [Springbok loosehead prop] Boan Venter.” VOTE! Investec Player of the Year Leinster sit comfortably in fourth place on the URC log and will be aiming to go deep in both competitions under senior coach Nienaber, whose defensive blueprint is built on relentless line speed and physical pressure. “They come aggressively now under Jacques,” he said. “The Stormers game was good training for us because they do the same.” MORE: Champions Cup last-16: Match-by-match guide Everitt believes matching that intensity, while maintaining composure, will be key. “For us it’s about not only containing them but making the best of opportunities against that line speed,” he explained. Injuries have forced Edinburgh to dig deep this season, with Everitt revealing they have already used 48 players across competitions. Yet he remains committed to selecting his strongest available side. “We’ll always pick the best team we can,” he said. “We’re getting some guys back [this week], and that will help.” PLAY: Investec Champions Cup game centre Photos: David Rogers/Ian MacNicol/Getty Images The post Nienaber, Everitt set for Dublin duel appeared first on SA Rugby magazine.

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