Rassie Erasmus has locked horns with Warren Gatland on more than one occasion, but the South African coach has pleaded with the Welsh public to show his opposite number “some respect” as they prepare for what is being touted as his final game.

Warren Gatland said he wanted to remain Wales coach despite a disastrous year in which his side have lost all 11 tests they have played, but admitted his future was uncertain in the wake of Saturday’s 45-12 loss to South Africa in Cardiff.