Paddy Sullivan, an Irishman, has officially joined the coaching team for Rassie Erasmus' Springboks after a successful period during the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Initially brought on as an analysis consultant for the tournament in France last year, Sullivan has now transitioned into the role of performance analyst for South Africa moving forward. This addition comes after Erasmus enlisted the expertise of Tony Brown, a former All Blacks fly-half, and Jerry Flannery, a previous Ireland hooker, for the 2024 season lineup. Sullivan's background in rugby, with familial ties to the sport and experience playing and coaching with various teams, makes him a valuable asset to the reigning world champions as they prepare for the upcoming international season. In Erasmus' words, the recent coaching appointments aim to enhance the technical aspects of the game and offer crucial support to the players. The Springbok coaching team is now complete, with Sullivan joining a skilled group of individuals to drive the team towards continued success.
