Author: Springbokfans
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Springbok vs Australia all time record
South Africa lead the all-time Test series against Australia 57-47 with 3 draws from 107 Tests played. The two nations have clashed every year since the Tri Nations began in 1996, with South Africa holding a strong home record at venues like Loftus Versfeld and Ellis Park. Australia won the inaugural Tri Nations in 1996,…
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Who is Willie le Roux
Willie le Roux is a veteran Springbok fullback who earned over 80 Test caps between 2013 and 2024, making him one of the most experienced backs South Africa has produced. He is celebrated for his composure under the high ball, sharp counter-attacking vision, and ability to create space in broken play. Le Roux was a…
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Who is Faf de Klerk
Faf de Klerk is South Africa’s combative scrumhalf who played a central role in the Springboks’ 2019 Rugby World Cup triumph in Japan, earning a place in World Rugby’s Team of the Year. Known for his blond hair, ferocious defence, and precise box kicks, he earned over 65 Test caps and became one of the…
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Who is Bryan Habana
Bryan Habana is the Springboks’ all-time leading try scorer, crossing for 67 tries in 124 Test matches between 2004 and 2016. He scored a record-equalling 8 tries at the 2007 Rugby World Cup — matching Jonah Lomu’s tournament record — and was named World Rugby Player of the Year that same year. South Africa won…
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Steyn’s Kick Defied All Logic
From a distance and an angle that made no sense, François Steyn lined up the posts and sent the ball soaring. The crowd fell silent — then erupted. Some kicks live forever. This is one of them. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the…
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Percy Montgomery’s Perfect Final
In Paris in 2007, Percy Montgomery stood between the posts and willed South Africa to glory — boot after relentless boot, dismantling England’s dreams with ice-cold precision. World champions. And Percy never missed a beat. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the Springbokfans community.…
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Pollard’s Boot. History Made Again.
One kick stood between South Africa and immortality. Handré Pollard didn’t flinch — he just sent the Springboks into history with ice in his veins. Four World Cups. No team has ever done it before. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the Springbokfans community.…
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Mapimpi Makes History in Yokohama
No Springbok had ever scored a try in a Rugby World Cup final. Then Makazole Mapimpi got the ball, and everything changed forever. The first. And one of the greatest. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the Springbokfans community. Join here → Related Who…
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Who is Steven Kitshoff
Steven Kitshoff is a South African loosehead prop, born in 1993, and one of the finest scrummagers in world rugby. He was central to South Africa’s 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cup-winning squads, regularly deployed as the spearhead of Rassie Erasmus’s feared Bomb Squad bench. Kitshoff has earned over 80 Test caps for the Springboks…
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Who is Lood de Jager
Lood de Jager is a South African lock, born in 1993, and one of the most accomplished lineout operators in world rugby. He was a key figure in South Africa’s 2019 Rugby World Cup-winning squad before suffering a serious shoulder injury that interrupted his career. He has earned over 65 Test caps for the Springboks…