He coached the Springboks to 2023 Rugby World Cup glory and is the best defensive coach in the sport. He simply has to go to the 2027 World Cup as the Boks chase an unprecedented three in a row.
Mark Keohane and Zelim Nel argue that former head coach Jacques Nienaber must rejoin the Springboks ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Speaking on the Keo & Zels Show, the commentators urged South African rugby to reunite Nienaber with head coach Rassie Erasmus as South Africa seeks an unprecedented third consecutive World Cup title. Nienaber's current contract with Irish province Leinster reportedly concludes at the end of June.
Keohane argues that Nienaber's defensive expertise and intimate knowledge of Irish rugby would offer a critical advantage against top European rivals. The analysts also contend that Nienaber acts as an essential tactical foil who consistently helps extract the best performance from Erasmus.
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