With his future a perennial matter of conjecture‚ Springbok coach Allister Coetzee on Monday shrugged at the latest line of inquiry. In fact‚ he stumbled upon a humorous response when asked about rumours linking him to a move back to Japan. "I am going to Japan. In 2019. I’m definitely going‚" he chuckled heartily in reference to the next World Cup and what he may possibly do thereafter. "I honestly don’t know where the rumours started and I would like to know the source. "I have a contract with SA Rugby until 2019. "My sole job and mandate is to focus on the next Test. There will be a normal review at the end of the tour. "After the incoming tour, there’s a review. After the Rugby Championship, there is a review. After the autumn [northern hemisphere] tour there is a review. It is a normal procedure‚" Coetzee said. As much as he wants to take it one Test at a time‚ his future will be up for debate once the tour is over. Finishing with a flourish can only enhance his chances. Compar...
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