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Rassie: Ireland don’t fear the Bomb Squad
Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks are aware of the recent criticism of the Bomb Squad, but dismissed the idea of any concern coming from Ireland’s camp.
Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks are aware of the recent criticism of the Bomb Squad, but dismissed the idea of any concern coming from Ireland’s camp.
Jaco Peyper has laughed off criticism of the Springboks’ famed Bomb Squad, while pointing out that Ireland employed the same tactic to defend their Six Nations title.
Former Scotland coach Matt Williams has taken aim at World Rugby for continuing to allow the Springboks to bring on six forwards, after the Bomb Squad’s impact in the Test victory over Ireland in Pretoria.
Victor Matfield has recalled how an early version of the famous “Bomb Squad” saved the Springboks at the 2007 World Cup.
The October edition of SA Rugby magazine celebrates the destructive power of the Springboks’ Bomb Squad and dives deep into the heart of Rassie Erasmus’ creation.
Rassie Erasmus has shrugged off the overreaction to the Springboks’ perceived intention to supercharge the bench at the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Eddie Jones says the Springboks’ “bold and courageous” use of their substitutes should be viewed as innovation and not a threat to the game.
Corne Krige believes World Rugby’s planned key law change to reduce the number of permitted substitutes per match is an attempt to undermine South African rugby and the Springboks.