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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…
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Who is Rassie Erasmus
Rassie Erasmus is the architect of South Africa’s back-to-back Rugby World Cup victories in 2019 and 2023, serving first as Director of Rugby before becoming head coach of the Springboks. A former Springbok flanker who earned 36 caps between 1997 and 2001, he revolutionised the Springbok game plan with his tactical Bomb Squad substitution strategy…
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Who is Makazole Mapimpi
Makazole Mapimpi is a South African wing born on 20 February 1990 in Ngqeleni, Eastern Cape, who made history in 2019 as the first Springbok ever to score a try in a Rugby World Cup final. He crossed against England in Yokohama as South Africa won 32-12, capping one of the most remarkable careers in…
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Who is Faf de Klerk
Faf de Klerk is South Africa’s electrifying scrumhalf, born on 18 March 1994 in Pretoria, known for his lightning-quick service, precise box kicks, and ferocious defensive aggression. He was a driving force in the Springboks’ 2019 Rugby World Cup victory in Japan, earning widespread recognition as one of the best scrumhalves in the world. He…