Professor Hans de Ridder of North-West University points our concussion is a traumatic brain injury. It was a win that restored pride, silenced doubters, and reaffirmed South Africa’s place at the summit of world rugby. Yet, in between the moments of brilliance, the crowd’s patience is often tested by those now-familiar stoppages for Head Injury Assessments (HIAs). “New Zealand Rugby has developed a Brain Health and Concussion Risk Management Framework that is both science-driven and adaptive,” he explains. But Prof de Ridder believes more can be done: “New Zealand includes players, parents and medical staff in its education strategy.