Mac as he was affectionally known coached the Boks in 1993 and 1994 and he would go on to serve on the selection committee for the national team.

Apart from working with the national side McIntosh became a legend in his own right in Durban through his coaching work with the Sharks in the 1980's and 1990's

McIntosh passed away in an Umhlanga hospital on Wednesday morning after having earlier been diagnosed with cancer.

McIntosh guided the Springboks in 12 Tests, while he also won four Currie Cup titles with the Sharks, and he was also twice on the losing end of a Super Rugby finals with the team.

McIntosh was the last Springbok coach to guide the three-time world champions to a win over the Wallabies in Sydney. 

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Morgan Piek OFM Sport

Ian Mcintosh has passed away, a truly sad day??Fewer men has left such an impact through the great game of rugby on so many lives. His passion and commitment to the game was legendary. Mooi loop Uncle, may you rest on Peace??????

— Kobus Wiese (@4KobusWiese) April 5, 2023

So well versed by Pat Symcox???? pic.twitter.com/XSq71NROnY

— Schalk Burger Snr (@skalabrak) April 5, 2023

‘Jeez Master, I’m proud of you’ might have been one of the greatest compliments in rugby. Ian McIntosh, the quintessential ‘rugby man’ has gone. We owe a vote of thanks to ‘Mac’ for everything he gave so selflessly to the game. #RIPMac

— Matt Pearce (@MattP555) April 5, 2023