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Episode 163: Inside the Bulls: What Johan Ackermann Has Changed So Far | Exclusive Interview
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- The Lekker Rugby Pod!
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- Apr 9, 2026
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Summary
Johan Ackermann did not arrive at a finished Bulls team. He stepped into a side that had been to three finals in four seasons, but one that was in turmoil. The previous coach had been forced out, and the group was searching for direction and alignment.Since then, results have started to turn. But as he explains here, the process is still unfolding. The Bulls are improving, yet they are not the final version of what they are trying to become.He reflects on what he found at Loftus, the early struggles, and the changes being made on and off the field. He also addresses the Springbok coaching involvement and the lessons from key defeats along the way.This is not a rebuild. It is a reshaping. And it is not done yet.