The Strategy that Shocked the Rugby World

'The Bomb Squad', Light System, a one hour video criticising ref Nick Berry - this rugby madman has taken the Springboks from a 57-0 loss in 2017 to back to back Rugby World Cup winners and more. How will the All Blacks beat him?

[@karienvandermerwe308]

You are missing one HUGE factor. Rassie and Siya and The Team united 62 Million people. The psychological safety he created in that team, modeling to the world what Madiba’s vision looks like on the ground in real life is a purpose so phenomenal, I am not sure what can ever beat that or recreate it elsewhere. Those guys LOVE each other. And South Africans love them and each other more for it. You cover 50% of what the winning recipe might be. Mechanics of Rugby. The magic however is in the other 50%. Love, Respect, Friendship, Purpose… Contributing to the greater good of a country where love always conquers. Where connection and reconnection of her people always come out tops. It’s a Purpose any Springbok Player would play more than their hearts out for. It’s infinite positive energy getting poured into the hearts and minds of every family and child in SA. Modeling what a greater SA actually looks like.

[@chrissmit6439]

Great post Karien!

[@naomibotes3143]

Well said!!! Amen to that😅

[@benbester1831]

Thank you Karien for highlighting this important aspects. And now Siya even got the government behind the team represented by Mr Gayton McKenzie! Eish, these Springboks building a nation!

[@kygoniba]

Yes. This is easily 50% of the reason. Well said.

[@JohnOC86]

Well Farrell united 4 million people in Ireland and rugby is are 4th sport and you can’t beat us. You won once against Ireland in like 7 years. So are small country doesn’t worry about SA and yea Rassie was thought how to manage in Ireland so you can thank us for that!

[@elmariedempers4491]

I am a proudly South African and a Bok Supporter. Well done on a excellent video. I have the utmost respect for the All Blacks. The Springboks and All Blacks have got a long rugby history with mutual respect for one another.

[@BlackRugby]

May the nail biting, high stakes, high quality rugby continue. Thank you

[@johnnyholtzhausen3493]

No the ABs have never stopped cheating by eg playing tha man instead of the ball and abusing the reffs ,, they have crooked minds 😢😢😢😢

[@johnnieolivier1010]

What a brilliant take on the evolution of Springbok rugby. As s South African I'm very proud of what Rassie achieved with this team. His decision to choose Siya as captain was a master stroke and it paid off brilliantly. Siya grew into a great player and even a greater captain. He surely rates under the greatest captains ever of this beautiful game. As much as we celebrate this phenomenal success we can never deny the class of the All Blacks. They are still the giants of rugby and it's just a matter of time for them to reach their great heights again. Springbok vs All Blacks will always be the greatest rivalry in the game of rugby.

[@BlackRugby]

Thank you. Both rugby nations need each other. Siya is 1 of 1

[@WmRowe-yx8iq]

As a South African love this video. We still have a long way to go to even the scores with you guys and I hope we get there soon

[@BlackRugby]

Thank you. Us All Blacks fans are nervously looking over our shoulders to be honest

[@user-qe1tv1bu2f]

Unfortunately, there's teeny weeny chance of that happening ever. In fact the opposite. Till 95 we were always 2-3 wins ahead, then the 25 years of bush folk being taught about rugby. Of course the odd coloured chaps like chests,habana and a smattering of the odd other shone but mostly really poor players forced politically to participate drove those exorbitant numbers of losses up. 😢

[@user-qe1tv1bu2f]

​@@BlackRugbydoubtful.

[@justinwatermeyer]

​@@user-qe1tv1bu2f That remains to be seen- I'd be wary if I were you. We've been operating at a fraction of our potential (player depth wise) all these years and are only starting to unlock all that now - hence the massive number of high quality players coming through. The popularity of the sport in SA has surged; combined with the improved structures that are being implemented and the cooperation, transparency and buy-in from all stakeholders (politicians, administrators, franchises, coaches and players at all levels and fans) means that the game is in a fairly healthy place. You guys have had all that in place already and then decided our services were no longer required at Super Rugby level (??). You also decided that the collective wisdom of the Henry, Hansen and Foster era was of no use and are now left trying to rebuild (madness in my opinion). I am fairly hopeful and optimistic you guys get back to your top draw selves, as all the southern hemisphere teams need each other to remain competitive. Really hope the Aussies sort themselves out too. Love you guys!

[@erickdavid2412]

we are ahead 4-3 All blacks will take minimum 4 years to even teh scores.

[@nicomichele1]

Awesome analysis! I feel there was one blaring factor that was not raised: Rassie was the first truly unifying Springbok coach. This team is playing not for themselves, but for the nation. He makes each SA rugby player, not just the current squad or training group, feel the weight of responsibility that they carry without inducing expectation paralysis.

[@BlackRugby]

Thank you. I've learnt more about South African rugby from comments like yours than from researching and producing this video. ESPN or Clint Eastwood should be making another movie this team

[@leesi4966]

Like the Allblacks from 2011 to 2018?

[@don7586]

4:07 - reduce the sound from video

[@sergiofortuin1039]

As a South African. Having beaten the allblacks in 4 consecutive games h2h is an achievement on its own.

[@dezstepz2427]

Absolutely. Im ABs fan. 4 wins in a row speaks volumes of the changing nature of springbok rugby. They are a class act and worthy of the title of world champions. If the ABs cant win the world cup then id much prefer it to be another Southern Hemisphere team.

[@beatrixstrydom1323]

The World stops to see Springboks and All Black's play rugby 🏉...Rassie has revolutionized rugby and put so much effort 👌 into masterminding the team plan to a level of sheer perfection ...call it on the Magic Carpet ride heading to better things ...Rassie is a man with a plan to Win 🏆...however just has a gift called talent and not forgetting his love for rugby and his players his team and just a love for people ...giving us South Africans hope ...appreciate your never ending work Rassie ...Springboks are The World Champions 🏆 ...so proud of our bokke ...God has not failed us and placed a Warrior called Rassie to lead and coach all South Africans ...God Bless your goodness Rassie 👏 Beatrix Strydom

[@Timimski]

Great video, much respect from an Aussie-based, die-hard Bok & Blue Bulls fan. I think all Bok fans agree with Rassie's sentiments when accepting the 2019 Coach of the Year award after the Japan RWC win ... "the All Blacks set the bar .. we work every day to try and raise our game to that bar". Thank you to the All Blacks & their supporters .. you are the benchmark and always will be. There is no doubt that the AB's will rule the world again, probably sometime soon. But I have to say, it makes me enormously proud of what Rassie and Sia's boys are achieving and the manner they go about bringing hope to a nation that needs it desperately. Rugby is the ultimate winner. Go the Bokke (and the AB's)!!

[@BlackRugby]

This Boks team truly appreciate how important they are to their nation, don't they. Incredibly inspiring even though we're on the other end of the results

[@mfundonkosi6927]

Let's go boys. We got a lot of respect and love for you. You always bring the challenge! 🇿🇦🤝🏽🇳🇿! I'm going to braai now! 🔥

[@okuhtttf]

Honestly coming from an South African this is a solid video and breakdown to say the very least. But maybe watch the series Chasing the Sun if you can. Rassie comes up with the most insane ideas but his coaching staff are basically using high level stats and knowledge to implement these ideas. They too deserve a lot of recognition as they can quickly establish what the team needs and need to focus on in order to win a game in the space of a week. Also their comments and way of talking is hilarious on the series as 25% of their vocabulary is swear words😂

[@AmenYeshua]

Definitely an excellent commentary. World rugby is all the better for keen competition between the 2 top teams. Yes, as a Springbok fan, and admirer of the All Blacks, I’m biased.

[@BlackRugby]

Thanks mate. Keep me in line if my All Blacks bias gets out of hand haha

[@AmenYeshua]

@@BlackRugby😂

[@ThabaniTBowseHadebe0909]

Great Analysis! Much love and respect from the BOKS

[@BlackRugby]

The Boks locks and flankers are certainly bigger than ours. I think the offshore player rule is about protecting the All Black brand and the private equity deal

[@KhayaDlanga]

Just a minor correction, Africa has lots of countries. South Africa is a country.

[@eisbeinGermany]

😂😂😂😂. Republic of South Africa 😂😂

[@BlackRugby]

Thank you Sir. Will do better next time

[@brucemcalpine7479]

Huge respect and appreciation for our biggest rivals, the All Blacks! Amazing to witness real transformation of a nation and sport!!! Go Bokke!!!

[@holomomohapi705]

Your narration at 6:58 gave me goosebumps. What a beautiful Video. Shout out from 🇿🇦

[@BlackRugby]

Appreciate you taking time to watch and comment

[@jacqueswolmarans6060]

Springbok fan here, GREAT VIDEO! Every time we play against the AB's I know it's a 50/50 game, gut wrenching stuff till the last 80th min. There will always be that respect that shows true sportsmanship and love of the game.

[@rogernaidoo1953]

As a South African, the All Blacks are the ultimate test we wait for patiently.

[@coderedex]

It's not a crisis for NZ, rather another way to learn to counter the boks!

[@BlackRugby]

100% Too much talent in coaching and players for this to carry on much longer

[@QuinMighty]

Brilliant video! Us Saffers love a rational, calm viewpoint, believe it or not. Followed.

[@BlackRugby]

Thank you. Trying to keep my bias under control to produce some content for us to all enjoy

[@gordondate7058]

I am from South Africa and I have just subscribed to your channel, thank you for this video, we, here in South Africa huge respect for you guys

[@BlackRugby]

Thank you. Appreciate the kind words and for you subscribing

[@LandLS.A]

As a South African. I have a lot of respect for the All Blacks! You guys play really well, and it truly is the clash of the titans when we face you guys!

[@Allabertina]

Brilliant video, thank you. I admire your honesty, bearing in mind how passionate Kiwis are about their rugby. Another unmentioned reason for Rassie's success is the fact that he loves his country more than money. He is staying on as Bok coach instead of going overseas to coach some top club and earning insane amounts of euro currency. In the process, he is developing lots of new Bok stars while his huge squad is mastering the new Bok style of play. You take him away and it's a new coach, a new team, a new approach, and nothing works against the ABs. Another thing, if you are good enough to beat the ABs, you have the ability to beat every other team. That's how good the AB are.

[@tjaartsteyn130]

SA fan here, solid video, I like the breakdown of where and how it started. Subsribed

[@BlackRugby]

Thanks mate. Another amazing turnaround from the Boks, right?

[@tjaartsteyn130]

@@BlackRugby definitely!

[@tappie34]

Love the commitment to the braai😂 small improvements to the audio mixing and this will be super high quality

[@BlackRugby]

I remember Ardie saying there are braai's in the carparks pre-match?! Could only dream of that here in Auckland. Was a massive rush to get the video out with huge delays; compromised on the quality of production but wanted to post and get in on the emotions, while still high, after the 2-test series. Sound is definitely better on this weekends new video

[@MosesMatsepane]

Great video, and greetings from South Africa.

[@BlackRugby]

Thanks bro!

[@user-od6gx1cz7g]

❤😂🇿🇦❤Here in South Africa we respects the All Blacks

[@Dreams-and-Castles]

I've been following this story for 58 years and it never gets boring. Great video!

[@StevenBenjaminAuthor]

South African here - there's a lot of Rassie's moves that are interpreted as genius, which are simply common sense, but also stemming from necessity (using overseas based players due to weak rand). The bomb squad was innovative, but it stemmed from many (esp AB's) saying we need to tire the Bok forwards, make them move around the park, then in the 2nd half they'll fall away. So I credit Rassie for making a logical move but mainly for having the balls to pull it off

[@barneyboy2008]

Hmmm... I thought it was from needing to play the black fellas first.

[@neoserve8656]

So it was like foreign based clubs in effect, subsidizing SARU, as they pay top salaries outside SA keeping SA player employed and then Rassie can just track their progress with allignment camps etc. Great move. Unemotional decision about what can work and just do it.

[@BlackRugby]

Having the balls to pull it off is what I admire the most

[@BlackRugby]

The Boks seem to know their roles so well. Great culture in the team to put it all together so successfully

[@JGK1977]

Thank you for your video. All Blacks are a amazing team and the team to beat if you want bragging rights. But yes Rassie is taking rugby and understanding rugby to a whole new level of thinking out of the box. Appreciate the honesty and respect. From a Bok supporter from South Africa.

[@andywylie287]

Great video. Its been an amazing journey for us Bok supporters. From kiwi punching bag to double world champs. From the dark depression of the desperation years to the nervous, spine tingling euphoria of victory. Its been a blast!

[@byz2491]

Man what a vid! A breath of fresh air to see some self-reflection instead of hating on the Boks! This is how the AB's stand a chance of becoming number one again!

[@Juiced10111]

Our Springbok boys are a special breed and they play with heart, but the AB's have an incredible, deep-rooted foundation from which they build their teams. They can never be written off.

[@vkeen_observer]

Good Video but you need to fix your sound mate.. The match noises drown out your voice

[@BlackRugby]

100%! missed that in the rush to get the video out to capture the momentum of the series win to the Boks

[@TheEnzedone]

@@BlackRugby I strongly recommend you re-edit this video, very well done. Worthwhile going back and giving it a second go, it would get way more hits.

[@bjh903]

I'm a high school media teacher and was about to comment this aswell. Great video nonetheless

[@chubs2312]

It's unwatchable. ​@@BlackRugby

[@preshengovender5554]

Yep, couldn't make it past the first 3 minutes. I couldn't hear anything

[@HenryMoyo774]

"...and no a Bomb Squad isn't a new break dancing crew or energy drink" 😅

[@MegaTkls]

Ha ha lolz

[@BlackRugby]

Thank you. Was hoping some one would notice haha

[@craigdlazarus]

Great video - I so enjoyed it. Thank you. Another key feature of Rassie's plan was to develop and blood new talent - and this is on-going. He has enough players ready, in every position to field 3 world class teams! Supreme passionate tactician.

[@2birdswithastone]

amazing to witness this rivalry and this video is magnificent. Thanks.

[@malcolmvanhilten125]

Great vid. Loved watching the story from an AB perspective. But perhaps the most important part was your ending. Acknowledging what the Doctor and the team have done and also reminding us that this great time wont last forever and its what makes our game great. The AB's will be back, they have never left the party. Also the accent so thick you could lose yourself in the smoke of the braai.... Lekker my boet

[@BlackRugby]

haha thank you Sir! I think Razor's too clever to lose 2 in a row again but gotta win the knockout RWC games the Boks excel at

[@johanjacobs9240]

When Neill Armstrong took his first step on the moon he saw Rassie sitting on a rock drinking his klippies and coke. Love your videos!

[@IzakNiemann]

Sorry, there was no moon landing...

[@NickSchoonwinkel]

@@IzakNiemann regtig. As daar nie 'n maanlanding was nie sou die USSR dit aan die groot klok gehang het.

[@IzakNiemann]

@@NickSchoonwinkel Ja, regtig! En dis nie al nie. Daar "tallose" dinge waaroor hulle gelieg het. "All the world's a stage". Jy't nog 'n baie lang pad om te stap as jy glo hulle het op die maan geland. Maar dis nie my werk om jou te oortuig nie. Gaan doen jou eie navorsing as die waarheid vir jou saakmaak.

[@BlackRugby]

Had to Google klippies and coke haha awesome. Appreciate your kind words and taking the time to watch

[@johanstruwig3815]

@@IzakNiemann okay.

[@Deletthis-gp7yy]

New Zealand were too arrogant when they allowed South Africa to leave super rugby. They should have begged them to stay. Iron sharpens iron

[@BlackRugby]

The SA teams were away 4 weeks every year, NZ 3. Playing in cold, half empty NZ stadiums. You guys seemed to be doing us a favour by staying so long

[@RozWentworth]

From South African Bok supporter...love this video and your humour...must just say...these two teams are giants in rugby world for decades now...in my opinion the best 2 teams past, present and future...always respect to our worthy adversaries, the ABs...the World Cup will always go back and forth between these two giants🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@paulchanguion2934]

A brilliant video. Well done! As a South American I wish would all the best. Exelent commentary, the best I have heard and not because you praised the Bokke but because your commentary was intertaining. Go well All Blacks!

[@BlackRugby]

Thank you. Bit of the humour was to cheer myself up talking about all these recent losses

[@boerieroll]

Your channel is going to have a great Bok following. No one likes to talk rugby like a Saffa

[@BlackRugby]

Mate, watching the social media reaction to this test series and the 2023 RWC, the passion and love South Africans have for the game is envious, to be honest!

[@boerieroll]

We are a proud rugby nation robbed by Apartheid which then lead to quota systems for years which also robbed the world of the best Boks but we have finally thanks to Rassies message of unity got to a point where everyone has bought in to a 23 man squad where everyone is picked on Merit not colour. Once New Zealand allow overseas players to represent the black jersey too then we will finally after 50 years have the contesta of the past where on any given day one team can beat the other. You've had your 2 decades of dominance now we are having a purple patch. You are the team we love to hate but the respect is there maybe a little too much on our side for now. If we the Boks with our current squad click it's going to be a long day for anyone who plays us anywhere just like 2011 to 2017 ABs.

[@MeiA-h9r]

I think RASSIE played a massive role in installing a mentality shift to be more aggressive in the carry and in the tackle in our forwards - getting everyone on the same page with our forwards with an emphasis on our physicality. We’ve always had big forwards but the DNA was lost a bit until RASSIE came along. Physicality also includes the fitness levels of the big men and then add a level of importance in representing your country Great video mate

[@Davido2369]

mmm gotta love the saltiness of the whole conversation, but, you gotta respect the man, cant deny his worth. He is the Michael Schumacher of rugby at the moment. It will not last forever, and South African fans should soaking it up as long as it lasts.

[@SugeeTrgnw25823]

Absolutely love this video - From a Fijian 😊 really hit the nail on the head with 10:05 ...The NZ franchises should stop using the Aus teams as a yard stick for success ; they're on their own "healing journey" ...Thanks so much for this!

[@zanekessler9628]

South Africa has produced 2 magnificent coaches , most probably the best in the world at the correct time, The late Kitch Christy and Rassie Erasmus ( Nienaber)……. Been a privilege to have watched both of them at what they achieved and for Rassie, what else he will achieve… 🏉🏉🏉🏉🏉

[@GodfreyFortuin-ib3ml]

Never has south African 🏉 rugby talent been so deep and thick in almost every position and it is going to expand exponentially with our GNU government and sports minister.

[@KhanyisileVincentMagalak-ed5ld]

Indeed Rassie is a Rainbow Nation's (SA) Rugby genius and the founder of this Rainbow Nation once said - "The greatest glory in living is not in never falling, but in rising everytime we fall" - this is exactly the impact and the kind of trajectory Rassie brought to the Spring Boks after the Boks were down and out for a good solid period of time - We love you Rassie - an Icon in the making through the game of Rugby - "Bashaye Rassie - Bashaye"

[@BlackRugby]

Already one of the best coaches of all time in my books

[@eltonadkins7839]

Take heart...many South Africans love the AB...and support them...there is no better team to play than the All Blacks...we measure ourselves against them...thank you for a great video...South Africans please support and subscribe.

[@chriskona7652]

Now that was a really great video! Thoughtful selection, level headed commentary with tongue in cheek humour. I have subscribed. I hope to see more of this on many different rugby teams. Thank you from South Africa.

[@BlackRugby]

Thank you. Appreciate the kind words, comment and subscription

[@johanstruwig3815]

My son and I were at this game, both with our Springbok shirts on. We were sitting in the second row from the front and luckily we could not see see much of the annihilation. The AB supporters sitting around us were very gracious. At on stage I thought of taking my shirt of and throwing it in the nearest bin. The ABs having scored 57 points against was already humiliating, but the Boks not being able to score a single point in 80 minutes, left me flabbergasted. Thankfully the Boks have moved on from that dreadful day and play some decent rugby nowadays.

[@etienneshawe1727]

Im glad you said the last part. “Games On” Thats what we want.

[@beatrixstrydom1323]

Rassie is our leader coach The World Champions 🏆...three times World Champions 🏆...no boasting just extremely proud ...Hope is given by never quitting and reward comes ...Winning ...Rassie is top class rugby level 👏 Beatrix Strydom

[@ChrisBornman-tb4fe]

Thanks for not looking for excuses but rather to improve. Well done game is on from a SA supporter 😊

[@iliketurtles4359]

South Africa broke 4 records on Saturday. 1. We won the freedom cup for the first time in 15 years. (Since 2009) 2. We beat the All Blacks 4 times in a row since 1949. 3. We are the first team to keep NZ try less since 2018. 4. The first time WE kept NZ try less since 2001. Just to put all of this in perspective this shows how dominant NZ have been in World Rugby. We might have won the rwc 4 times but NZ is truly the best rugby nation EVER. They are the absolute pinnacle of this sport. Btw loved the vid. You my friend get a sub

[@ochrechap]

You mentioned the achievements, and then went into sycophantic mode! Why? Own up! South Africa is on equal footing as New Zealand! Why not??

[@neilwilliams6211]

I'm a SA nut but with Razor you have a new era coming. He is as inovative as Rassie and I'm looking forward to the new encounters (ignoring the current rugby chanpionship). The AB's are going to get better and more competitive. It's a matter of time.

[@BlackRugby]

Cannot wait for next years series!

[@ACRC1977]

Rassie had a long-term vision which included a lot more than just the team. Great analysis bruh.

[@DavidWealth-w6q]

Jealous down this Rassie is a genius indeed let's be honest !, this guy is getting wisdom from another dimension de dimension of His God Almighty period....I'm speechless

[@jacquesdeysel153]

"Shocked the world" This is no shock to us as South Africans. This is how we do it bro😂

[@BlackRugby]

Haha we're coming back harder next year bro

[@andrewhoar3806]

Great video! I’m already looking forward to your next one.

[@S1nuDTFY]

Fantastic humor in the commentary. Subbed, and will recommend.

[@BlackRugby]

Thank you! Appreciate the feedback and taking the time to comment too

[@andreachristians8050]

You damn RIGHT ✅️ 👌🏽..I'm riding that Winning Wave 🌊 as long as it Lasts 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦😁😁😁 Great Video man 🤝🏽

[@stephenkotze4630]

The best of the best!!! It's a great time to be South African.🤜🤛😁

[@nlloydlister]

I play sports and when i lose i always say, winning wouldn't be so great if you didn't lose sometimes. Im south African and can't wait for the ABs to make a comeback. Good luck and thanks for a great rivalry.

[@RosesAreForever1871]

You're forgetting the fact that SA is a third world country and NZ has way more money, and resources. SA has always been an underdog and it's hope for a better South Africa that keeps us and the SpringBoks going! Go BOKKE🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@williambotha5864]

2027 - Rugby World Cup Final ... Australia ... Springboks v the All Blacks ... even if they played in the same pool ... again. This rivalry is going to take both teams out of range of all the other International teams. Mark my words.

[@BlackRugby]

The potential is crazy right? Will be interesting how each team goes in Europe this year

[@GrantSwanepoel]

Love this. Rassie is amazing! Our good Dr.

[@BlackRugby]

Sure is amazing!

[@arceyes]

2023 WC was Rassie’s target, 2019 was just a bonus. Now Rassie is in his Springbok 2.0 evolution, with the exit of Jacques Nienaber and Felix Jones and the inclusion of Tony Brown.

[@mjc544]

There is nothing wrong with the All Blacks. They play brilliant rugby. The only problem is the Springboks are on another level at the moment, as simple as that. Great analysis by the way.

[@ajamerica7566]

As a South African, I like the way you insult us. 😂 😂 😂 😂 Proper rugby banter.

[@johnsantos3392]

Yes. We are enjoying it 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@FrancoisCalldo-ho7qf]

The word qoata disappeared under Rassie.the Springbok success is based utterly rising stars with 11 languages, and , Rassie know how to keep nelson Mandela's dream alive.no one can argue, with every decision he makes.best one, the captain Siya.this bok team ain't about colour,it's a brotherhood, keeping the tradition of the emblem alive.awesome depth, talent.our new talent on number 10 gonna rock the world cup2027.a star is born.

[@johanbrits2472]

we as south african will always have respect for the all blacks

[@rexzietsman]

Very good review. It is good for world rugby that both the Boks and the AB's are on top of their game. A bit of rebuilding by the AB's required but they will be back. I am looking forward to the reciprocal biannual tours where the visiting team will be able to share the home team's home experience. Cant wait!

[@robinheremia7691]

Enjoy your year rassie it took you guys long enough but you deserve it this year.

[@Lesssvav]

I think People forget Fozzie had a winning record against Rassie going in to the 2023 RWC final 👀

[@maori_brotha]

I am a Kiwi. I love Rassies attitude and willingness to experiment and follow his instinct. NZ unfortunately has not learned lessons off Rassie - 2 simple ones are to play anyone good enough no matter where they are and, play 23 man not 15 and 8 reserves! But I predict every team will be doing this by the next RWC!

[@zinzan0072]

big ups. we know you will be back and we are waiting

[@The88KOS]

When you said "it's our turn to come back" I got shivers. I cant wait for us to play the All Blacks again. The competition between our nations has been a part of my life since 1976. As a South African you are the only rugby foe I truly respect. Salute. One note though: Kolisi. He has had a massive influence on the team and, i think, on us. It is magical, and for us, somehow, a softer way of being.

[@BlackRugby]

That's cool to hear. I think Tana Umaga had a similar effect on the All Blacks; not as impactful on the entire country like you say with Kolisi though

[@ravenblack7052]

This is a fantastic *motivational* video. I'm saving it to my playlist and whenever I feel overwhelmed, or down, I will be coming back to this video to remind me what a winning spirit can achieve. Dr Rassie Erasmus, you have our hearts!❤❤❤ May every South African embrace your formulae of never giving up, and always giving off their best to achieve greatness. Thank you Rassie for making our flag soar above the clouds!❤🇿🇦

[@BlackRugby]

Would love for the Dr and team to see this video. Thank you

[@SarelduPlessis-b6y]

Thanks for the respect and honesty, I can assure you it is mutual

[@Formakiwi]

SA were the Cinderella men of World Rugby in 2019, following their annus horribilis in 2017 whete they dropped results against Argentina and Italy. No-one on earth not draped in a St George flag wanted England to win that RWC final. They've since become a frankly scary proposition, combining traditional South African forward power with sparkling backline play. Combined with rather helpful rule changes designed to favour a more defensive, European-style game, its a blend that few in World Rugby are likely to effectively match for a while to come. Kiwi/Irish fan speaking.

[@joshfoster8632]

As a Saffa it's a great video. It is a chess game and the All Blacks will be back. Let us have our time in the sun. Was going to be seriously boring for you if South Africa did not wake up at some point. Good luck, brothers.

[@michaelmccabe2404]

Boks and ABs will always need each other so we can both continue to help each other stay at the top of the world

[@Jardineo]

Rugby gives us hope and the Springboks are our hope merchants.

[@RozWentworth]

Our Rassie...our mad acientist🎉🎉🎉🎉Just fyi...Rassies plan was for a World cup win 2023...2019 was just a bonus

[@BlackRugby]

After we beat you guys in the opener (2019 RWC) I thought there was no way you guys would win! When Rassie was told post match no team had ever won the RWC after losing in the pool rounds, he said something like, we'll have to make history then. True winners mindset

[@stanfordenglish5163]

I was born and grew up South African, and will die an ardent Springbok supporter. Having said that, my mother is Kiwi and though we have always loved each other very much... that was not the case when it came to Boks/AB games. We loved rubbing in on each other when the other lost. Unforttunatley, I always hated it that we kept losing over the years, and I can see now it was because he had some bad coaches. We had some good ones that made it a good tight contest on the pitch, but the bad ones had us getting our butts kicked. Thanks for the very unbiased video, and I'm wondering how difficult that was for you. I hope we, like NZ, can create a culture of success and continuity from here on, because Rassie can't do it forever. If we can, SA and NZ will maintain this culture of passionate rivalry that has gone back over a century. Aus seems to be falling by the wayside as they have other sports they prefer and rugby union is sliding over there. I would love for us (SA & NZ) to maintain our iron grip over world rugby and always kick northern hemisphere butts, because that is the David and the Goliath. Yes, it can be said that SA & NZ are the big boys, but the NH has ALL the money. Anyway, thanks again for the videa.

[@anncoetzer7060]

God bless and guide you and your team, Rassie. may you be led with His wisdom and knowledge and spiritual understanding, you are God's chosen you will always win like David nothing on this face of this earth can and will move you and your team. Well done Boks we love you all and Rassie well done to you too. Be blessed Winners.❤

[@emilegalexander]

The thing with SA rugby is we are not done yet. Change is in the DNA of South Africa...we thrive on change.

[@henrydavids5276]

This is indeed a remarkable feet on which Rassie built this Bokke Team to be back-to-back world Champs, not just over the Kiwis but the World !!!

[@BlackRugby]

100%. Can't wait for 2025 Boks ABs games!

[@DIEKALSTER8]

Spam Spam Spam, and now we've won 4 in a row against you guys. What an honour. You guys are legends.

[@robhorneman483]

Saffa here loved it!

[@BlackRugby]

Thank you Sir!

[@robcrocker348]

That was a really good video, let me just say this as a bok forever thank you to our kiwi brothers and sisters for the greatest sporting rivalry on the planet, much respect

[@margaretmeaker2830]

Great video. Springbok fan. Also subscribed- u have a talent!

[@MrJ-b1n]

Love this. First time watching your channel and new sub. I love our rivalry with NZ and i know that NZ will come back hard. Can we get the Aussies to do the same, please? We need them back in the sport.

[@NeilOosthuizen]

Nothing better in the world than the mighty All Blacks vs the Springboks. Long may they tussle to dethrone the other.

[@Greenrooflandscaping]

Great video. Rassie has just laid the foundation set for the next 10+ years as coach. He could be the Alex Ferguson of rugby.

[@eugeneduplessis140]

Great take on it ... Well done mate. Biltong protein shakes made me laugh 😂🎉 rassie Cray diving with a tank while we are free diving. Your analogies are amazing. Smart 🙌🏽

[@selvinlouw]

Aphiwe Diante 😲 crazy stepping...danced around Barrett without losing speed😂...this is how club rugby is played in South Africa.