The Bulls’ sign, posted here by Blue Bulls Rugby Union president Willem Strauss on X (formerly X (formerly known as Twitter)), is a cautionary station stop before getting onto the field at Loftus Versfeld. (Willem Strauss/X)
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus isn’t too fazed by the advantage that comes with altitude, saying it’s only of real benefit when teams aren’t fit – and that won’t be the case with Ireland.
Ahead of Saturday’s first Test against Ireland, the team’s first visit to the ground in 26 years, Erasmus said Ireland are a fit enough side to negate the effects of altitude.
At United Rugby Championship level, the Irish sides have already shown an ability to stay the course on the Highveld.
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