Rassie Erasmus has done it for eight years, we've had two months
All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie is calling for patience as he works to build squad depth following a victory over the Stormers. Rennie noted that his rebuilding process is in its early stages compared to the long-term work of Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus.
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All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie and Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus.
Dave Rennie is demanding a bit of patience when it comes to building depth within the All Blacks squad following their unconvincing victory over the Stormers .
The new head coach, who took over from Scott Robertson earlier this year, has enjoyed a good start by claiming three successive victories in the Nations Championship, but the next few weeks will be another level up.
Rennie opted to give a number of his fringe players a chance, as well as a couple of debutants, but they were tested by the hosts, who kept it tight for most of the match.
Some individuals might have played their way out of contention for the Tests, with suggesting that it shows the All Blacks lack a bit of depth in comparison to the Springboks.
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