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.
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.
To quote Jack Parrow: “Afrikaans is Groot.”
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.
The Etzebeth’s have not officially confirmed the news, but the way the big man holds her belly in the picture is perhaps more than enough evidence.
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.
I know politics is a poisoned chalice, but, once Siya has lifted the Cup this evening, I want him to be our President.
Bring it home boys, we’re all behind you!
“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 health bros are now awarding what they’re calling #BackTheBokke points to anyone who took the nail-biting match to heart.
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.
Netflix documentary has people throwing out their vapes, Airbnb crackdown in South Africa, Springbok Women’s Sevens secure Olympic Games spot, and Middle East on ‘verge of the abyss.’
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.
Former England coach, Clive Woodward expects France to take the win in a close contest with defending champs, South Africa.
Suppose our government doesn’t pull it together to meet the deadline (13 October) for amending the outdated drug-free sports act, then the Springboks will be forced to play under a neutral flag, sans the national anthem, at the Rugby World Cup 2023 quarterfinal next week.
Determination and resilience paid off in the end, as the Springboks properly thumped Tonga, positioning themselves on the cusp of reaching the quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup.
Ireland’s win over South Africa sent the Springboks from second to third (behind France) in the World Rugby rankings, which determines the best international team.
This is going to look really good when it brings Siya the cup for the second time.
With DSTV and Supersport continuing to line their own pockets with streaming money, and SABC fumbling to get the rights to show rugby games, fed-up locals are now setting up DIY ‘fanparks’ so that no matter your income or status, Springbok fans can view the games together.
The Bok star’s wardrobe malfunction occured after Kitshoff at one point gathered the ball and charged into his opponents, resulting in a maul. What followed was one of the biggest wedgies the RWC has produced thus far.
No matter what shade of green we’re rocking, you can be sure the Springbok ruck will smash just as hard.
Snazzy cafes and so-hot-right-now bars come and go all the time in Cape Town, but something has to be said for the enduring vibe that Café Caprice has consistently brought to Campsbay beachfront since it opened its door 21 years ago.