VIDEO: Will new law changes hamper Boks?
WATCH as South African Rugby Union CEO Riaan Oberholzer discusses potential law changes in the lead-up to the 2027 World Cup in Australia.
The Springboks had their first press conference of the 2025 season at their headquarters in Plattekloof, on Wednesday, March 5.
Oberholzer clarified any doubts in regard to potential law changes that could occur in the lead up to the 2027 World Cup.
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“There are no [law] changes for this season,” Oberholzer said.
“There are still some [law] variations we are working through.
“I must say, it’s sometimes difficult sitting in the meetings.
“It feels that when you become world champion, you get punished by World Rugby with certain law changes they’re suggesting.
“For this season there are no [law] changes that will affect the team.
“We will probably see serious law changes post the 2027 World Cup again.
“They’re [World Rugby] putting it under the banner of making the game more attractive.
“The 20-minute red card got a lot of discussion again.
“Certain countries are against it whilst others support it.
“Like I said – there won’t be any changes that will affect Rassie [Erasmus] and the team preparing for the 2027 World Cup.”
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