Category: Memory
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Morne Steyn Breaks British Hearts
Two series all. A nation held its breath as Morne Steyn stepped up in the final minute — and with one boot, silenced the Lions forever. South Africa. Series won. History made. 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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Victor Matfield: King of the Air
Every lineout was a contest, and Victor Matfield won almost all of them. For fifteen years, the giant lock from Pretoria made it impossible for any team to steal Springbok ball — or keep their own. One hundred and twenty-seven caps. The greatest lock of his era. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game…
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Joost: Faster Than the World Could Follow
In 1995, a scrumhalf from Pretoria moved at a pace defences could not handle, scoring tries and breaking hearts. Joost van der Westhuizen did not just play that World Cup — he owned it. The fastest number 9 who ever wore green and gold. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real…
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Duane Vermeulen Owns the World
England came to Yokohama thinking they could stop South Africa’s engine room. They were wrong. Duane Vermeulen was everywhere — tackles, breakdowns, carries — impossible to deny, impossible to stop. The man they could not stop. Player of the tournament. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game…
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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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12–11: The Night South Africa Made Four
One point separated the Springboks from becoming the greatest Rugby World Cup side in history. For eighty brutal minutes at the Stade de France, they held the All Blacks at bay and refused to let go. Four stars. No nation has ever worn more. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real…
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Eben Etzebeth: Born to Dominate
There are big men in rugby, and then there is Eben Etzebeth. For over a decade he has arrived at Test matches looking for a fight — and the whole world has watched him win it. Every great Springbok team starts with him. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story…