Rassie Erasmus is renowned as a master of creativity and innovation, and in recent times the Springbok boss has led the way in terms of embracing the multi-faceted value of a ‘hybrid player’.

This has primarily seen Andre Esterhuizen deployed at both inside centre and on the flank, making the 32-year-old one of the most integral members of the Springbok matchday 23.

Erasmus has also recently hinted that he could consider deploying Paul de Villiers in a similar – but reverse – role where the regular openside flank could be tested out at centre.

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Another bit of creative thinking now

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