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  • Gerber. The Ghost the World Never Saw.

    Gerber. The Ghost the World Never Saw.

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    Through the 1980s, Danie Gerber was widely regarded as the finest centre on earth — a player so gifted that even rival nations said he was untouchable. Apartheid made sure the Rugby World Cup never got to see it. Rugby’s greatest injustice, measured in tries never scored. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game…

  • Stransky’s Drop. A Nation Reborn.

    Stransky’s Drop. A Nation Reborn.

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    Extra time. The world holding its breath. Joel Stransky stepped into the pocket and dropped the goal that changed South Africa forever — 15 points that meant infinitely more than a rugby match. That drop. That roar. That moment. Forever. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after every game…

  • The Drop Goal That Made a Nation Weep

    The Drop Goal That Made a Nation Weep

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    Extra time at Ellis Park. A nation holding its breath. Joel Stransky stepped back, steadied himself — and sent the ball spinning through the posts to make South Africa world champions for the very first time. One kick. The beginning of everything. Share on Facebook Stay ahead of the game Get the real story after…