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Felix Jones is back with renewed purpose to help Springboks evolve in 2025
Felix Jones talks about his return to Springbok rugby, the team's tactical growth, and the need for continuous evolution. Jones is back in the Springbok camp with fresh energy and a sharper edge after a short coaching stint with England. Reunited with the team he helped steer to two Rugby World Cup titles, Jones is now focused on the next chapter—elevating South Africa's tactical game in a year filled with new challenges. With Italy and Georgia awaiting in the Incoming Series, Jones believes the Springboks must continue to grow, adapt, and innovate if they want to stay ahead of the world's best. 'It's great to be back with the coaches and to see how we've evolved as a team,' said Jones, who played a vital role in South Africa's 2019 and 2023 World Cup triumphs. Jones' return comes at a critical time, with the Springboks launching into a compressed and competitive mid-year campaign. He emphasized the importance of continuing the team's evolution, both tactically and culturally, to remain ahead of global rivals. 'We know we need to keep growing and improving,' Jones said. 'We're working hard to achieve that on the field.' His insight into opposition dynamics, particularly after working abroad, will be instrumental as the Boks prepare for Italy and Georgia in the incoming mid-year series. With Italy showing marked improvement in recent Six Nations campaigns and Georgia known for their set-piece strength, Jones stressed that the Springboks can't afford any complacency. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Reuters
27-02-2025
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- Reuters
Assistant coach Jones back with Springboks after England exit
Feb 27 (Reuters) - Double Rugby World Cup-winning assistant coach Felix Jones has returned to South Africa's technical team following a short stint with England, officials said on Thursday. Former Ireland international Jones played a vital role in helping the Springboks to their World Cup success in 2019 and 2023 but left to become defence coach with Steve Borthwick's England after South Africa's latter triumph in France. Jones quit inside a year but was asked to see out his notice period, which expired in December. "He was a vital cog in the coaching team from 2019 to 2023, and his experience, professionalism, and excellent work ethic will make him a great addition to the fantastic coaching team we built from the beginning of 2024," Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus said in a statement. Jones will be one of six assistants to Erasmus, along with former New Zealand international Tony Brown, ex-Ireland hooker Jerry Flannery, Deon Davids, Mzwandile Stick and scrum coach Daan Human.
