For Siya Kolisi, rugby has always been more than a game—it’s a story of hope, resilience and the power of unity. And on the night he celebrated his 100th Test for the Springboks, those values shone brighter than ever as South Africa beat France 32-17 in Paris. It wasn’t the fairytale most captains dream of. […]
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A Birthday Message With Heart As he turned 53, coach Rassie Erasmus chose to send more than a simple thank-you. He posted a video clip on X (formerly Twitter) featuring a song-backed message that speaks directly to the soul of South African rugby culture. It was his way of recognising the thousands who stayed up […]
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Two years after making history at the Stade de France, the Springboks are heading back to the scene of their greatest triumph — and their coach, Rassie Erasmus, says it’s going to be “brutal.” This weekend’s Test match against France marks the first time the world champions face Les Bleus since that unforgettable 2023 Rugby […]
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Ten years after Japan stunned the world with their unforgettable victory over the Springboks at the 2015 Rugby World Cup, Rassie Erasmus finds himself reflecting on how far both nations have come. Ahead of this weekend’s Test at Wembley, the Springbok coach revisited that moment that still echoes through rugby history — the “Brighton Miracle.” […]
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Springbok captain Siya Kolisi’s voice carried both pride and emotion at Twickenham on Saturday night. After South Africa edged Argentina 29–27 to claim back-to-back Rugby Championship titles for the first time, Kolisi said the victory was about much more than silverware. “It’s for the people back home,” he said. “I’ve worn this jersey when nobody […]
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Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus’ selection of the team to face Argentina in the final round of the 2025 Rugby Championship season has raised questions on whether he now prefers the fast pace of youth above the experience of senior players. On Tuesday, Springboks held a press conference in London where they unveiled the 23-man squad […]
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South Africa coach, Rassie Erasmus said on Wednesday he was keeping faith with the squad of players who inflicted a record defeat on New Zealand ahead of the Springboks’ Rugby Championship double-header with Argentina. South Africa romped to a stunning 43-10 thrashing of the All Blacks in Wellington on Saturday, running in five unanswered tries […]
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The Springboks’ bold move in giving a youthful backline a go in the second leg of their New Zealand tour appears to have given coach Rassie Erasmus the clarity he needed for the road ahead. Rassie Erasmus recently announced his final squad of 33 players, comprising 18 forwards and 15 backline players, that would be […]
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The Springboks could face the All Blacks this weekend without their talismanic skipper, Siya Kolisi, as coach Rassie Erasmus weighs up whether to risk him or keep him fresh for the long haul. A Captain in Limbo Kolisi, who strained his calf in the Boks’ Rugby Championship opener against Australia at Ellis Park in August, […]
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Podcaster and social commentator Penuel Mlotshwa has found himself at the centre of South Africa’s never-ending rugby transformation debate. After questioning the racial balance of the latest Springbok squad, Mlotshwa says he was bombarded with racist abuse, including being called the K-word. Why I decided to become an official Springbok supporter… …and why I quit […]
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Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has announced his squad for the 2025 incoming series, which kicks off next month. While the international season usually comes with lots of excitement, the Bok coach has made sure to keep supporters licking their lips ahead of this year’s campaign with the inclusion of several new faces, each looking to […]
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Just when we thought that we had Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus all figured out, he surprises us with yet another trick up his sleeve. Known for occupying roles as player, coach, director of rugby, and recently “doctor”, it is safe to say the Springbok mastermind deserves all the accolades that have come his way. After […]
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