Rassie: As a Bok you must have heart
Watch the latest video from Rassie Erasmus as he stresses the importance of Springbok players having a warrior spirit, and how talent has to be complemented by the correct mindset of taking ownership.
Future of Springbok rugby (outside backs)
In the first instalment of a new series, DYLAN JACK looks at players aged 23 and younger with the potential to provide the spine of a future Springbok side.
‘Mapimpi and other RWC winners are an inspiration’
Former Bok wing Odwa Ndungane chats to editor Craig Lewis about the hotbed of talent in the Eastern Cape and how young kids have been inspired by the success of World Cup-winning Boks such as Siya Kolisi, Makazole Mapimpi and Lukhanyo Am.
Itoje rated as world’s best, Pieter-Steph fifth
Springbok star Pieter-Steph du Toit is just the fifth-best player in the world, according to a leading United Kingdom rugby scribe.
Bok Rewind – Greeff’s heroics vs Wallabies (2002)
The Springboks were on the brink of a whitewash during the 2002 Tri-Nations series, before fullback Werner Greeff scored a late try and slotted the match-winning conversion to seal a thrilling win over the Wallabies at Ellis Park.
Time to seize the moment
It’s time to make bold, proactive decisions to fight a global rugby problem, writes former Springbok STEFAN TERBLANCHE.
Watch: Rassie’s half-time talk (RWC final)
Take a behind-the-scenes look at Rassie Erasmus’ motivational half-time team talk with the Springboks during the World Cup final against England.
Rassie desperate for long-term Bok success
Rassie Erasmus is determined to ensure the current world champion Bok team avoids some of the pitfalls that were experienced after previous World Cup triumphs.
Rassie happy to be wrong about Mapimpi
Rassie Erasmus doubted Makazole Mapimpi would have a future in the national team after once questioning the wing’s valid injury concerns.
Watch: Mapimpi – The Finisher
Makazole Mapimpi will forever be known as the player who scored South Africa’s very first try in a World Cup final. The Springbok flyer has a remarkable try-scoring record, with 14 tries in 14 Test matches since making his Springbok debut in June 2018.
