“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.
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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.
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.
The Springboks are excellent at two things; bringing Saffas together and utter, nail-biting, on-the-verge-of-chundering drama.
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I know politics is a poisoned chalice, but, once Siya has lifted the Cup this evening, I want him to be our President.
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.
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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.
It’s not easy to determine what top sports stars earn. It is known, however, that two South Africans are on a list of the top 10 highest-paid players at this year’s Rugby World Cup.
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.
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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.
No matter what shade of green we’re rocking, you can be sure the Springbok ruck will smash just as hard.
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The aim was to celebrate our national rugby team on the latest advertising venture, but SA is in stitches over the food company’s giant text hyping up the “Springbox”. Is that a box full of springs?
While high school was a while ago for a lot of these star players, it doesn’t stop our Bokke from showing big love to the institutions that helped them follow their dreams.
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