Les Kiss honors Springboks and Rassie Erasmus in coaching reflection
ESPN Rugby • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 1:11 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Wallabies coach Les Kiss expressed admiration for the Springboks and their director of rugby, Rassie Erasmus. Speaking on September 26, Kiss highlighted his early coaching experiences in South Africa as pivotal in shaping his approach to the game. He called working with Erasmus a privilege and noted the profound impact it had on his understanding of rugby strategy. Kiss's remarks come as the Wallabies prepare for upcoming challenges.
- •Kiss shared his experiences from coaching in South Africa.
- •He praised Rassie Erasmus for his deep rugby insights.
- •The comments were made in light of the Wallabies' future matches.
- •Kiss emphasized how early coaching experiences shaped his career.
- 1:57 AMESPN Rugby — Kiss: A gift to learn rugby through Springboks' eyes
"Wallabies coach Les Kiss has paid tribute to the Springboks and "deep thinker" Rassie Erasmus, saying it was privilege to take the early steps of his rugby coaching career in South Africa.
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