Springbok rugby gets a major boost with the return of Felix Jones to the coaching staff, reinforcing ambitions for a historic three-peat at the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

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Felix Jones, previously an assistant coach for South Africa's World Cup-winning team, has rejoined the Springboks after a brief tenure with England. His return fortifies the coaching roster for upcoming fixtures,

Former England defence coach Felix Jones will become an assistant coach with South Africa from next week. Jones stepped down from his position with England in December after becoming disillusioned in Steve Borthwick's set-up.

Felix Jones will reunite with Rassie Erasmus and the Springboks from March 1, 2025, SA Rugby has confirmed. Jones returns to the Springboks set-up after a short stint with England in 2024, having joined Steve Borthwick’s coaching team after helping South Africa win back-to-back Rugby World Cups.