Rassie Erasmus targets aggressive play for South Africa in Test finale
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 8:20 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has called for his team to adopt a more aggressive approach in the upcoming final Test match against New Zealand. The two sides are set to conclude their series on United States soil in Baltimore. After a slow start to the Test series, South Africa improved their performance in the second and third matches. Erasmus intends for the squad to carry this momentum into the concluding game of the series. The coach expressed a desire to see the team continue to show the attacking intent that defined their play in the most recent outings. The team seeks to refine their tactical execution as they finalize preparations for the match in Baltimore.
- •Rassie Erasmus encourages South Africa to play with more risk in the final Test.
- •The series finale against New Zealand takes place in Baltimore.
- •South Africa showed improved form during the second and third Tests.
- •The coach wants the team to maintain the attacking rhythm found in previous matches.
"After a flat beginning, South Africa finally spread their wings in the Test series against New Zealand in Tests two and three, and head coach Rassie Erasmus wants his side to fly high in the finale on US soil.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NRL•Sep 10, 2026, 8:42 PMInjury returns, Roosters form, Panthers unstoppable?: The FIVE biggest questions for the NRL finals
NRL•Sep 10, 2026, 8:21 PMSouth Sydney Rabbitohs move to sign New Zealand youngster
NRL•Sep 10, 2026, 8:02 PMSouth Sydney Rabbitohs vs Newcastle Knights live stream: How to watch the NRL finals online or on TV, start time, squads
Rugby•Sep 10, 2026, 8:00 PMAFLW R5 preview: Spicy Sydney Derby awaits, can Blues bring down the Roos?
Rugby•Sep 10, 2026, 8:00 PMThe 25, September edition: AFLW's best players, ranked by our experts
Rugby•Sep 10, 2026, 8:00 PMMind over matter: The 50-50 formula behind Amiss' success
