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Makazole Mapimpi and Cheslin Kolbe scored the tries as South Africa beat England 32–12 in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final in Yokohama, Japan. Mapimpi crossed first, becoming the first Springbok to score a try in a World Cup final, before Kolbe added a stunning individual effort moments later. Handré Pollard contributed the remaining 22…

Makazole Mapimpi is a South African winger born on 10 March 1990 in Ngqeleni, Eastern Cape, who made history as the first Springbok ever to score a try in a Rugby World Cup final when he crossed against England in Yokohama in 2019. He plays for the Sharks and is known for his powerful running…

Eben Etzebeth is a South African lock born on 29 October 1991 in Bellville, Cape Town, widely regarded as one of the greatest locks in rugby history. He is South Africa’s most-capped Test player of all time with 141 caps, having broken Victor Matfield’s long-standing record in 2024, and was a cornerstone of the 2019…

Cheslin Kolbe is a South African winger and fullback born on 28 October 1993 in Kraaifontein, Western Cape, renowned for his elusive footwork and explosive pace despite standing just 1.71m tall. He scored one of the greatest tries in Rugby World Cup Final history against England in 2019, helping South Africa win 32–12. Kolbe has…

South Africa have won the Rugby World Cup four times, in 1995, 2007, 2019, and 2023 — more than any other nation in history. New Zealand are second with three titles. No other country has won the tournament more than twice. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every…

New Zealand lead the all-time Test series against South Africa, having won 62 matches to the Springboks’ 38, with 3 draws from 103 Tests. The two nations have met in four Rugby World Cup semi-finals, making it the most intense rivalry in world rugby. South Africa’s four World Cup titles — in 1995, 2007, 2019,…

John Smit is one of South Africa’s greatest captains, leading the Springboks to the 2007 Rugby World Cup title in Paris where they defeated England 15-6 in the final. He earned 111 caps between 2000 and 2011, playing as hooker and loosehead prop, and captained South Africa in 83 Tests — a record at the…

Kwagga Smith is a versatile South African back-row forward capable of playing at flanker or number eight, having earned over 50 caps since his Test debut in 2016. Known for his explosive pace, powerful carries, and ability to score tries in broken play, he was a key impact player off the bench in both South…

South Africa dominate the all-time series against Argentina, with the Springboks winning 49 of the 67 Tests played. Argentina have won 16 times with 2 draws recorded. The rivalry has grown in intensity through the annual Rugby Championship, where Argentina’s Los Pumas have increasingly pushed the world champions, but South Africa remain firmly ahead all-time.…

South Africa’s biggest ever Test match victory came against Uruguay on 11 June 2005, winning 134-3 in East London. The Springboks scored 21 tries in a single match, a record for any South African Test side. The victory remains the highest score ever recorded by the Springboks in international rugby. Share on Facebook Stay ahead…