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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…
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Who has the most Springbok caps ever
Eben Etzebeth is South Africa’s most capped player with 141 Test appearances, having surpassed Victor Matfield’s record of 127 caps in 2024. Etzebeth made his debut in 2012 and remains the cornerstone of the Springbok lock pairing. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the…
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Who is Rassie Erasmus
Rassie Erasmus, born 27 January 1972 in Despatch, Eastern Cape, is the Director of Rugby who engineered South Africa’s back-to-back World Cup wins in 2019 and 2023. He earned 36 Springbok caps as a flanker between 1997 and 2001 before moving into coaching. His bold selections, tactical innovation, and ability to build a unified team…
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What was the score in the 2007 Rugby World Cup final
South Africa beat England 15-6 in the 2007 Rugby World Cup Final at the Stade de France in Paris on 20 October 2007. Percy Montgomery kicked four penalties for 12 points, and François Steyn added a booming long-range penalty for the remaining 3. England’s only reply came from two Jonny Wilkinson penalties. Share on Facebook…
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Who is Pieter-Steph du Toit
Pieter-Steph du Toit, born 8 August 1993 in Paarl, is a Springbok flanker who was named World Rugby Player of the Year in 2019 after a dominant Rugby World Cup in Japan. A two-time World Cup winner (2019 and 2023), he is defined by his relentless work rate, physicality at the breakdown, and ability to…