Coach Kolisi to paint different pictures for Rassie

SPOTLIGHT: A couple of Springbok players shared their views on Siya Kolisi’s role in the coaches’ box for Saturday’s Rugby Championship clash against Los Pumas in Argentina.

The Springbok captain travelled with the squad to Santiago del Estero but was not included in the matchday squad for the Round Five clash.

Earlier this week, head coach Rassie Erasmus revealed that Kolisi will be in the coaches’ box to learn more about communication with the players on the pitch during a game.

Former Springbok No.8 Duane Vermeulen had a similar role when he was not on the playing field during last year’s World Cup.

Springbok prop Thomas du Toit said the knowledge shared in the box will go “both ways”.

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“With Siya there, I think the coach will get some insight into what the players will be feeling,” said Du Toit.

“Siya will come with a newfound respect for what is happening in the box and what is happening in the box when we are on the field.

“I think there is a lot to be learnt on both sides and I am quite excited to see how that plays out.

“I think it is a very cool thing. Hopefully, there is something that we can take into the next couple of games.”

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Fellow prop Ox Nche believes having a current player in the coaches’ box will help paint different pictures for Rassie and his coaching team.

“It makes things easier because it’s guys that play on the field and know the systems,” said Nche.

“It makes it easier for them to help the coach give a clearer message to a team.

“Also, it can make them better understand what is happening on the field.

“It’s just a clearer pair of eyes for the coaches in order for them to decide what message to relay to the team and in what tone.”

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