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Vermeulen Was Unstoppable in the Final
When the biggest game on earth arrived, Duane Vermeulen played like a man from another dimension — carrying through defenders, dominating the breakdown, dragging South Africa to a third World Cup. That is what a number eight looks like. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game —…
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Joost’s Try Sent South Africa to Their First Final
With a World Cup final in reach and France standing in the way, Joost van der Westhuizen found a gap that had no right to exist. South Africa was going to Ellis Park. He ran toward history and never looked back. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every…
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One Kick. One Series. Never Forgotten.
The Lions were breathing down South Africa’s neck. Then Morne Steyn stepped up, and with one swing of his boot, he buried them somewhere they would never return from. Some kicks echo forever. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the Springbokfans community. Join here…
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How many times have the Springboks been to the Rugby World Cup final
The Springboks have appeared in four Rugby World Cup finals — 1995, 2007, 2019 and 2023 — and have won all four, making them the most successful nation in Rugby World Cup history. South Africa are the only nation to have entered a World Cup final and never lost one. No other country has more…
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Springbok vs British Irish Lions all time record
South Africa lead the all-time Test series record against the British & Irish Lions, having won 7 of 12 tour series since 1903, with the Lions winning 2 and 3 series drawn. The Lions’ greatest achievements were the unbeaten 1974 tour and the 1997 series victory in South Africa. The most recent series, in 2021,…
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Who is Bakkies Botha
Bakkies Botha was one of the most feared forwards in world rugby, earning 80 Test caps for South Africa between 2002 and 2014. The imposing lock was renowned for his ferocious physicality and formed a dominant second-row partnership with Victor Matfield that many consider the greatest lock combination in history. He was a key member…
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Who is Bongi Mbonambi
Bongi Mbonambi is South Africa’s first-choice hooker and a two-time Rugby World Cup winner, having been a key member of the Springbok squads that triumphed in 2019 and 2023. The Durban-born hooker is known for his powerful ball-carrying, lineout throwing and work rate at the breakdown. He has made over 70 Test appearances for South…
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Who has scored the most points for the Springboks
Handre Pollard is the Springboks’ all-time leading points scorer, having surpassed Percy Montgomery’s record of 893 Test points — Pollard’s total is believed to exceed 1,000 Test points as of 2024, though a single confirmed figure is not available. He kicked 22 points in the 2019 final and four penalties to win the 2023 final…
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Springbok vs Scotland all time record
South Africa lead the all-time Test series against Scotland 23-5 with 0 draws from 28 meetings. The Springboks have won every bilateral series against Scotland and have never lost to them on home soil. Scotland’s five victories have all been achieved at Murrayfield in Edinburgh. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the…
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Springbok vs Argentina all time record
South Africa lead the all-time Test series against Argentina 52-16 with 1 draw from 69 meetings. The Springboks have consistently dominated their southern hemisphere rivals, though Argentina have grown increasingly competitive since joining the Rugby Championship in 2012. South Africa’s home record against Argentina remains near-perfect. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get…