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Why Rassie Erasmus is backing Paul de Villiers to step up against All Blacks

IOL Sport · 21 August 2026 at 15:00

Why Rassie Erasmus is backing Paul de Villiers to step up against All Blacks

At just 23, Springboks flanker Paul de Villiers prepares for the biggest test of his career against the All Blacks, stepping into the shoes of skipper Siya Kolisi.

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