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South Africa have extended the contract of head coach Rassie Erasmus and tied him in until the end of the 2031 Rugby World Cup. Erasmus' previous deal with the Springboks was due to expire at the end of the 2027 Rugby World Cup, where his side will attempt to land an unprecedented third successive title.
Rassie Erasmus is inclined to prioritize South Africa’s shot at an unprecedented third successive Rugby World Cup title than the new Nations Championship next year.
Draw, groups, matches, nations and format for tournament in Australia originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Rugby World Cup 2027 host Australia has received a tough path to glory with super power New Zealand drawn in their pool.
Ireland captain Caelan Doris admits his side's journey to the 2027 Rugby World Cup must feature improvements "across all areas" after a mixed autumn campaign.
"Well, and you've got to say, if it's not an administrative cock-up, what is it? It's certainly not a draw that other sports would be proud of."