Eben Etzebeth has claimed dual world championships with South Africa
Springboks head coach the national team coach acknowledged "it didn't appear favorable" in the wake of experienced second-row the towering player was sent off due to eye contact versus the Welsh team
The Springboks achieved an autumn clean sweep by going on the rampage during the match registering multiple scores in a 73-nil victory
However virtually the concluding moment of the Test season featured the veteran player, who went over for the final score getting sent off by referee the presiding official
The experienced player was shown a sending-off for making contact the facial region of the Welsh player the back-row forward via digital contact in a match-ending incident
"It's difficult to say what I can say that won't be controversial. The visual was unfavorable making it a proper sending-off," stated the manager
"The manner it occurred and why it happened, if he was instigated, I cannot confirm, however it's certainly not the manner we preferred to end the game. In my view it appeared favorable"
The experienced player, who extended his Springboks record when winning a 141st cap in Wales, looks certain to receive a prolonged period out
His domestic franchise begin their Champions Cup campaign against the French side this coming weekend followed by a home fixture versus the English club and South African derbies over the festive period
The reigning titleholders overpowered Wales throughout the contest that became unbalanced from the off
Steve Tandy's reign has begun with multiple significant losses against top-tier nations plus a narrow victory versus the Asian side
Wales have lost 21 of their last 23 Test matches yet Erasmus tried to give reassurance
"I feel the squad has been progressing and improving, this was a measured showing," he stated
"The Welsh team are not guys that give up yield to pressure, they compete throughout. This demonstrated a remarkably efficient showing and us putting maximum commitment"
"The Welsh possess an excellent manager and will rebound. We know situations can transform and in 1998 we defeated them (by a huge margin) and then lost in 1999"
South Africa conclude the season top of world rugby following victories in consecutive southern hemisphere crowns
The world champions have showcased their extensive squad strength and capability yet Erasmus pointed to their previous lower ranking
"We experienced similar circumstances with fans destroying merchandise, but the Welsh people are here," he noted
"There is the support and the team demonstrates determination. Secure initial victories, create a streak and things will change
"I recognize that situations transformed from our previous struggles, achieving global success. All outcomes are achievable"
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