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The Springboks and All Blacks have played 100 Test matches, with New Zealand holding 47 wins to South Africa’s 47 wins and 6 draws between the two nations. This is rugby’s greatest rivalry, spanning over a century of fierce competition and mutual respect. Both teams have won multiple Rugby World Cups and dominated different eras,…

Handre Pollard is a world-class flyhalf and one of South Africa’s most capped players since 2018, renowned for his precision kicking, tactical intelligence, and ice-cold temperament in crucial moments. He was instrumental in the Springboks’ 2019 Rugby World Cup victory and has become the face of modern South African rugby excellence. Pollard combines attacking flair…

Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg, built in 1982, has a capacity of 61,780 and hosted the 1995 Rugby World Cup final. The venue is the home of the Golden Lions and remains a fortress for South African rugby. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join…

South Africa has won the Rugby Championship 4 times including victories in 2009, 2014, 2019, and 2024, won the Tri-Nations Championship 3 times before expansion, and won 9 Currie Cup national championships. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the Springbokfans community. Join here →…

South Africa’s first international rugby match was on 30 July 1891 versus the British Isles touring team in Cape Town. The Springboks won 4-0 in a thrilling contest that launched the nation’s rugby legacy. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the Springbokfans community. Join…

South Africa is currently ranked 2nd in world rugby standings, competing with New Zealand as the world’s elite rugby nations. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the Springbokfans community. Join here → Related Who is the oldest Springbok rugby player ever Springbok vs Portugal…

Thys van Rensburg holds the record as the oldest Springbok ever capped at age 37 in 1992. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the Springbokfans community. Join here → Related Springbok rugby most capped player all time Springbok vs Portugal rugby all time record…

South Africa leads Portugal 3-0 in Test matches with an average margin of victory exceeding 60 points. The Springboks have never faced a serious challenge from the Portuguese team. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the Springbokfans community. Join here → Related Springbok rugby…

The 2024 Springboks won 11 of their 13 international Test matches, including defeats of Ireland and New Zealand. This dominant year cemented South Africa’s position among world rugby’s elite. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the Springbokfans community. Join here → Related Springbok rugby…

South Africa and New Zealand drew 15-15 in the Tri-Nations on 18 September 1999 in Wellington. This remains one of the most memorable drawn matches between these two fierce rivals. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game — join the Springbokfans community. Join here →