Author: Springbokfans
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Who is Morne Steyn
Morne Steyn is a South African fly-half who earned over 70 caps for the Springboks and is immortalised by two identical, heartbreaking moments for the British & Irish Lions. In 2009 he kicked a long-range penalty in the final minutes of the series decider to seal a 2–1 series win, then in 2021 he came…
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Who is Duane Vermeulen
Duane Vermeulen is a South African number 8 who earned over 80 caps for the Springboks and was named World Rugby Player of the Tournament at the 2019 Rugby World Cup. His man-of-the-match performance in the 2019 final against England — carrying, tackling and controlling the tempo — is considered one of the great individual…
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Who is Victor Matfield
Victor Matfield is a South African lock widely regarded as one of the greatest forwards in rugby history. He earned 127 caps for the Springboks between 2001 and 2015, dominating lineouts across two decades and was a central figure in South Africa’s 2007 Rugby World Cup-winning team. He retired after that triumph before returning from…
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South Africa Win Olympic Gold in Rio
They played seven-a-side for a medal no Springbok had ever won. When the final whistle sounded in Rio 2016, South Africa stood on the Olympic podium and made history. Gold medals, tears, and a flag held high. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the…
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Stransky’s Drop Goal Stops the World
Extra time at Ellis Park. Score tied. Joel Stransky shaped the ball onto his right boot and struck it true — and in that single moment, South Africa won their first Rugby World Cup. One kick. One nation. One moment that changed everything. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story…
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Siya Kolisi Lifts the World
From the streets of Zwide to the summit of world rugby. When Siya Kolisi raised the Webb Ellis Cup in Yokohama, millions of South Africans felt the full weight of what that moment truly meant. One captain. One trophy. One South Africa. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after…
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Bryan Habana: Eight Tries, One World Cup
The 2007 Rugby World Cup had a story within the story. While South Africa lifted the trophy, Bryan Habana stalked defences across France — eight tries, one tournament, a record that may never be equalled. The fastest man in rugby left France in his wake. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the…
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Who is Damian Willemse
Damian Willemse, born 9 October 1999 in the Cape Winelands, is a Springbok utility back capable of playing fly-half, fullback, and centre at the highest level. He made his Test debut in 2018 at age 19 and was part of South Africa’s 2023 World Cup-winning squad in France. He plays for the Stormers in Super…
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Who is Handre Pollard
Handré Pollard, born 25 February 1994 in Paarl, is a Springbok fly-half renowned for his goal-kicking accuracy and composure under pressure. He made his Test debut in 2014 and was South Africa’s leading scorer at the 2019 Rugby World Cup, contributing 22 points in the final as the Springboks beat England 32-12 in Yokohama. He…
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Springbok vs France all time record
South Africa lead the all-time series against France with 34 wins to 13, with 2 draws from 49 Tests. Their most dramatic encounter came at the 2023 Rugby World Cup quarterfinal in Paris, where South Africa survived a raucous home crowd to win 29-28. South Africa also lifted the Rugby World Cup on French soil…