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Having a world-class 9 is imperative. If you look at the most successful teams in the world, the spine of the side, 2, 8, 9, 10 and 15, most rugby fans can name the World Cup winning players in those positions.

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Yes, rugby is constantly evolving but at the same time maybe there should always be mystery at scrum time. To my mind, to depower it would be egregious.”

I don't say that lightly because Os to me is probably the best loosehead prop South Africa has ever had and probably one of the best the world has ever seen.

As I’ve always said, having coached at the highest level, the art of coaching is to try and stay ahead of the curve.

They have commendable strength-in-depth, but there have been a few murmurs at the quality and age-profile at No 9.

’m not saying anyone is in the wrong, but anyone who has played and coached the game knows skullduggery goes on there.

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