Meanwhile, the Springboks are solid as a rock, Rassie got a doctorate, and Siya is on the Time 100 list. Just saying…
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With such talented sportspeople representing our country, there’s no excuse not to be bok bef*k!
In what many are claiming is a nepotism scandal, a company run by the son of SA Rugby’s chief executive has been appointed to organise the Springboks’ highly anticipated mid-year Tests against Ireland in July.
If you didn’t spend last Saturday stark naked and ripped to the tits while dancing around a fire in the Tankwa Karoo , it is likely you spent a good portion of the day watching schoolboys play rugby in the rain.
It was alleged that the former junior Springbok knocked bottles of liquor off the shelves, threw a security guard’s phone into a fridge, and stabbed a man before stripping naked.
Rugby players and associates all over the world are currently swallowing a hard pill after the first confirmed diagnosis of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in a fully professional rugby union player was made in New Zealand.
Elton Jantjies received a four-year ban from rugby following his suspension for the use of a prohibited substance. However, in a shocking turn of events, the embattled rugby player may just have a loophole to escape this sentence.
Bongi was accused of ‘disrespecting’ the female referee Aimee Barrett-Theron throughout the URC game against the Lions.
After Siya Kolisi led the Springboks to Rugby World Cup glory when they beat the All Blacks in the global showpiece’s final in Paris in 2023, the celebrations and admiration have continued pretty much unabated.
“Hope is an interesting thing”.
Springbok flyhalf Elton Jantjies has received a years-long ban from rugby following his suspension for the use of a banned substance.
It looks like another blockbuster battle against the Springboks’ arch-rivals is on the cards when the Springboks return to action next year, and it could very well play out in the Mother City.
South African rugby player Eben Etzebeth and his wife, Anlia Etzebeth, are building a beautiful life together right now.
Dan was left feeling in awe of the Springboks captain, describing the interview as “one of the most surreal and inspiring conversations I’ve had.”
Springbok players like Eben Etzebeth, Faf de Klerk, Damian Willemse, and Ox Nche are cashing in through other initiatives and businesses on the side.
Shame, Durban didn’t get much gees when the Springboks Trophy Tour kicked off in the region on Saturday, November 4.
“Cheslin Kolbe… you are my favourite because you inspire me. So that’s why I want to be a pocket rocket just like you.”
The whistle blew for our 12-11 victory over New Zealand in Paris on Saturday, but the celebrations haven’t stopped since.
If you’re wondering why the non-rugby-playing Swiss tennis 20-time Grand Slam winner supports the Springboks, it’s because he has a few connections to this country.
Princess Charlene and Prince Albert were spotted sharing a rare moment of PDA at the Rugby World Cup.
The Springboks are excellent at two things; bringing Saffas together and utter, nail-biting, on-the-verge-of-chundering drama.
“The City will host fan parks to watch the RWC final in the CBD, Langa and Mitchells Plain, where we can back the Bokke together!” said Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis.
So, where are you watching the Rugby World Cup final on Saturday night?
The last time the South African team had a face-off with the New Zealanders at a Rugby World Cup final was in 1995 and now, Bok assistant coach Deon Davids is expecting another epic battle.
SA’s 16-15 win might be tasting a little sour after this incident has come to light, but there might actually be a very reasonable explanation for it.
There is resounding agreement among everyone that Sunday night’s 2023 Rugby World Cup Bokke vs. Les Bleues was one of the best matches of all time.
While Siya Kolisi coaches his team to bag the big win (wink wink, nudge nudge), fans can get ready to support and cheer them on in true Saffa style – AKA, with a dop in hand.
While it was a close call for SA, winning by the slimmest of margins, the Springboks coach refused to use the victory to rub salt in the wounds of France, even though some fans on social media did just that.
The game kicks off at 21:00 South African time, so you might want to let your boss know you’ll be a bit late on Monday. Also, no meetings until after lunchtime.