Erasmus is reading the Springboks' Rugby's Greatest Rivalry campaign as validation of his squad management philosophy — specifically the balance between rotating personnel and leaning on experienced players to bring younger talent through. Cameron Worth appears to be a focal point of that argument, with Erasmus singling him out as a next-gen player who has justified the rotational risk. The piece explores whether the results bear out Erasmus's confidence in this dual approach.
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Rassie backs rotation gamble as Rugby's Greatest Rivalry delivers verdict
Erasmus says the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry results vindicate his rotation strategy — using seasoned Boks to bring through players like Cameron Worth — and the piece examines whether that confidence is warranted.
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