Rassie Erasmus, Rugby Manager South Africais recovering in the hospital after sustaining chemical burns in a freak accident.
Erasmus is “recovering in hospital with after-effects” medical treatment “For chemical burns sustained in a freak accident involving the use of a strong detergent product,” the South African Rugby Union said in a statement on Saturday.
South African Rugby Director Rassie Erasmus ahead of the Rugby World Cup 2023 final at the Stade de France in Paris on October 28, 2023. (Mike Egerton/PA Image via Getty Images)
“He is otherwise in good health and plans to return to full-time work within the next few weeks.”
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According to the New York Post, Erasmus will coach the team in preparation for the 2027 World Cup. He coached South Africa in 2019 when they won their third World Cup.
Erasmus is 2023 Tournament, When Jack Nienaber took over as manager and led South Africa to another World Cup title.
South Africa assistant coach Rassie Erasmus and head coach Jacques Nienaber during the Rugby World Cup 2023 semi-final match at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis on October 21, 2023. (David Davis/PA Image via Getty Images)
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Ninavar left SA Rugby to become coach of Leinster in Ireland.
The Springboks are not scheduled to play again until July. play against ireland They will play in a two-match series against Portugal in Bloemfontein on July 20.
“We are delighted to be back in Bloemfontein for this historic match and are determined to continue to make our passionate supporters proud,” Erasmus said in a statement on Friday.
South African Rugby Director Rassie Erasmus before the Rugby World Cup 2023 final at the Stade de France in Paris on October 28, 2023. (Mike Egerton/PA Image via Getty Images)
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“Now that the venue has been decided, we can move forward with planning for the home test from an operational standpoint.
“There’s definitely more excitement for the upcoming season, especially after finishing the 2023 season with a defense.” rugby world cup victory. ”
