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Springbok vs Australia all time record
South Africa lead the all-time Test series against Australia with 57 wins to 44, with 3 draws from 104 Tests played since 1933. The two nations have met in every Tri Nations and Rugby Championship since 1996, with the Springboks holding the stronger home record. South Africa have won back-to-back Rugby Championships in 2023 and…
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Faf’s Final Is Pure Fire
Small in stature, enormous in heart. Faf de Klerk ran England ragged in Yokohama, his defiance and energy the beating pulse of a team that simply would not be stopped. The smallest Bok. The biggest game of his life. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game —…
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Pieter-Steph: The Best on the Planet
In Japan in 2019, one Bok refused to stop — tackling, carrying, hunting — until the world had no choice but to name him the best player on earth. Not just a Bok legend. The best in the world. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game —…
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Pollard’s Kick Wins South Africa the World
One kick. One point. Handre Pollard stood over the ball in Paris in 2023 and the whole of South Africa stopped breathing. Four World Cups. No country has ever done it. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the Springbokfans community. Join here → Related…
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Mapimpi Makes History in Japan
No Springbok had ever scored a try in a Rugby World Cup final. Then Makazole Mapimpi flew down the touchline in Yokohama and changed everything forever. History doesn’t wait. Neither did he. 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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Springbok vs England all time record
South Africa lead the all-time Test series against England with 26 wins to England’s 15, with 2 drawn from 43 Tests since their first meeting in 1906. Their most memorable clashes include South Africa’s 15-6 victory in the 2007 Rugby World Cup final, a 32-12 final victory over England in 2019, and a 16-15 semi-final…
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Who is Bismarck du Plessis
Bismarck du Plessis is one of the greatest hookers South Africa has ever produced, a ferocious ball-carrier who earned over 70 Springbok caps between 2007 and 2016. Known for his aggression, explosive carries into contact, and the ability to also operate in the back row, he was part of South Africa’s 2007 Rugby World Cup-winning…
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Who is Frans Steyn
Frans Steyn is a South African utility back born on 14 June 1987 in Aliwal North, legendary for his extraordinary long-range kicking ability that can threaten from anywhere on the field. He won his first Rugby World Cup medal as a 20-year-old in 2007 and remarkably returned 16 years later to claim a second winner’s…
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Who is Damian de Allende
Damian de Allende is a powerful South African centre born on 21 February 1992, known for his aggressive ball-carrying, physicality in the tackle, and ability to punch holes through defensive lines. A two-time Rugby World Cup winner with the Springboks in 2019 and 2023, he has been a mainstay in the Springbok midfield since his…
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Who is Handre Pollard
Handre Pollard is South Africa’s first-choice flyhalf, born on 25 February 1994 in Paarl, who kicked four penalties to win the 2023 Rugby World Cup final 12-11 against New Zealand. A composed decision-maker and one of the most reliable goal-kickers in the world, he has been central to the Springbok game plan under Rassie Erasmus…