Bringing back an experienced international coach like Felix Jones will only aid the Springboks as they aim for the three-peat at the next Rugby World Cup.

Rassie Erasmus dropped a bombshell on Thursday with the announcement of Felix Jones’ return to the Springboks coaching team. The Irishman spent last year with the England coaching staff before tendering his resignation after reportedly becoming ‘unhappy’ with the work environment.

Felix Jones, winner of two World Cups with the Springboks, returns to South Africa after a difficult England experience.