Throwback Thursday: On this day in 1995
On this day 26 years ago, the Springboks and Canada squared off at the 1995 World Cup in a chaotic clash that would be dubbed ‘The Battle of Boet Erasmus’.
Rewind: On this day tragedy strikes at ’95 RWC
On this day 26 years ago, Ivory Coast wing Max Brito was trapped under a ruck after being tackled in their match against Tonga and suffered a broken back which left him a quadriplegic.
Bok makes Wilko’s all-time greatest flyhalf list
England and British & Irish Lions great Jonny Wilkinson has revealed the five players he ranks as the greatest flyhalves of all time.
Habana shuts down P Div critic
Bryan Habana has come out in defence of his former coach, Peter de Villiers, who was criticised by a Springbok supporter online.
Bok pair make Kaino’s tough guy list
All Blacks great Jerome Kaino – who is expected to announce his retirement soon – has included two South Africans on the list of five toughest opponents he has faced throughout his career.
Rewind: On this day in 1995
On this day 26 years ago, the third edition of the Rugby World Cup kicked off in South Africa with the Springboks claiming a shock 27-18 win over defending champions Australia at Newlands.
Habana gesture leaves P Div speechless
Former Springbok boss Peter de Villiers has revealed the valuable piece of memorabilia he received from Bryan Habana that left him ‘humbled’.
Australia confirms bid for 2027 World Cup
Rugby Australia has confirmed that it will submit a bid for the 2027 World Cup which would be the third time the tournament is held in the country.
World Cup-winning Bok quartet in Jones’ all-time XV
Maverick coach Eddie Jones has named his Test dream team made up of players he has worked with throughout his illustrious career.
Kolbe fed up with comments about size
World Cup-winning wing Cheslin Kolbe has hit out at his detractors questioning his ability to perform at the highest level because of his size.
