Sport | Rassie glad of Boks’ ‘beneficial’ win over Wales as Ireland loom

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LONDON, ENGLAND – JUNE 22: Rassie Erasmus, the South Africa Springboks head coach, looks on during the Summer Rugby International match between South Africa and Wales at Twickenham Stadium on June 22, 2024 in London, England. (David Rogers/Getty Images)

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said a 41-13 win over Wales at Twickenham on Saturday represented a “beneficial” outing for the world champions ahead of a blockbuster home series against Ireland.

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The Springboks, in their first match since winning a record fourth Rugby World Cup title, outscored Wales five tries – including a penalty try – to one.

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