All posts tagged "Springboks"
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Latest News
/ 2 years agoFond farewells to Griffiths and Gethin
THE hearse carrying Glanmor Griffiths on his final journey made a detour through central Cardiff allowing the cortege to stop outside...
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Latest News
/ 2 years agoVenter: South Africa ‘unbelievably blessed’ in World Cup triumph
Brendan Venter feels South Africa benefitted from huge amounts of good fortune on their way to winning a fourth World Cup...
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/ 2 years agoSeries 3, Episode 15: RWC 2023 review with Brendan Venter
The sun has set on Rugby World Cup 2023, and in a thrilling finale the Springboks held onto their crown, edging...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 2 years agoTop of the world
Springboks take fourth title after epic showdown From ADAM HATHAWAY Siya Kolisi and his Springboks joined the rugby immortals as they...
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Nick Cain
/ 2 years agoEngland will struggle to replace Marler and Cole
NICK CAIN READ HIS EXPERT OPINION EVERY WEEK Here is a prediction. England will not win another World Cup, or Six...
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Latest News
/ 2 years agoRugby’s greatest rivalry back on biggest stage
The Rugby World Cup‘s two most dominant teams will meet in their first final since 1995 this Saturday as New Zealand...
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Guest Blogs
/ 2 years agoMarcus Smith or Freddie Steward: who better to use for England in the semi-final against South Africa
England face an anxious wait to discover if fly-half Marcus Smith will recover in time to face South Africa in the...
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Guest Blogs
/ 2 years agoThriller in Paris: South Africa knock out Rugby World Cup hosts
Almost 80,000 fans did not help France reach the semi-finals. There we will see England vs South Africa and Argentina vs...
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Guest Blogs
/ 2 years agoPerfect England: Fiji failed to create a sensation at the Rugby World Cup
Red and Whites are the only team to win all 5 of their World Cup matches. Uzbekistan kompaniyasi Pin Up foresaw...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 2 years agoIt’s heartbreak
England go so close but Springboks steal it From ADAM HATHAWAY Owen Farrell predicted great things for England despite their heartbreaking...
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Latest News
/ 2 years agoGallant England cruelly denied by Boks
By NICK CAIN England ..............................15pts Penalties: Farrell 3, 10, 24, 39 Drop goals: Farrell 53 South Africa .....................16pts Tries: Snyman 69...
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Paul Rees
/ 2 years agoEngland go with heads held high
PAUL REES England did everything but win. They were ahead after two minutes and held on to the lead until there...
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/ 2 years agoA touch of Aznavour
THE Springboks held their team announcement on Thursday in what was basically a village hall, in Presles, about half an hour...
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Chris Hewett
/ 2 years agoNext time, Dupont will take what is his
CHRIS HEWETT THINKING ALLOWED DID the spirit of rugby romance go to meet its maker in the immediate aftermath of the...
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/ 2 years agoPremiership Rugby weekly previews: Round Two
While England‘s upcoming World Cup semi-final showdown with the Springboks holds a prominent place in the minds of English rugby fans,...
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/ 2 years agoSteward in for one of three England changes for South Africa
Freddie Steward has replaced Marcus Smith in one of three England changes for their Rugby World Cup semi-final against South Africa,...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 2 years agoFrance put faith in Dupont return
By TOM BRADSHAW PREVIEW... France v South Africa Today. Kick-off 8pm, Stade de France France are preparing for a game of...
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Peter Jackson
/ 2 years agoBlocking out the noise
PETER JACKSON The Springboks have been warming up for tonight’s semi-final against France to the overpowering sound of an ecstatic Gallic...
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/ 2 years agoExpect France to edge it in battle of wits
SOUTH Africa were at it again last week, looking to get a rise out of France, their opponents in Paris tonight,...
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/ 2 years agoSteward tees up for the south
■ JUST like in Japan four years ago, which had the Olympics following a Rugby World Cup, this tournament has felt,...
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/ 2 years agoSouth Africa edge closer to knockout stage with Tonga victory
By Nick Powell, Online Editor South Africa……………………..49 Tries: Reinach 5, Moodie 20, Fourie 32, Kriel 49, Le Roux 58, van Staden...
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Premiership
/ 2 years agoThe Tank ready to roll for Bath
By JON NEWCOMBE Thomas du Toit remains on standby for the Springboks but, for now, his focus is on quickly learning...
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Latest News
/ 2 years agoWiese backing Pollard to hit the right targets
By NICK POWELL KOBUS Wiese wants South Africa to pick a more adventurous backline as they progress in France. The 1995...
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Nick Cain
/ 2 years agoFor once, Erasmus makes the wrong call
Rassie Erasmus is not known for missing many tricks when it comes to tactical thinking, whether in selection or playing mind-games....
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Chris Hewett
/ 2 years agoTime to take the show on the road, England
According to those who know their stuff when it comes to the scorched landscape of domestic politics, there is a prime...
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/ 2 years agoWiese wants to see more from Springboks
Former South Africa second row Kobus Wiese expects the Springboks to stick with Handre Pollard going forward in the World Cup,...
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Guest Blogs
/ 2 years agoThe Evolution of Rugby Betting: From the Stadium to Online Platforms
Rugby has a longstanding tradition, one rich with passion, good fellowship, and it’s no surprise that betting has been integral to...
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Guest Blogs
/ 2 years agoWho Are the Top Scorers in Rugby 2023’s World Cup Odd
Rugby betting sites, including GGBet, are once again evaluating the potential candidates for overall top try-scorer at the worldwide competition as...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 2 years agoScrum-halves taking over as Springboks ring changes
By BEN JAYCOCK PREVIEW... South Africa v Romania Today. Kick-off 2pm, Stade de Bordeaux Jacques Nienaber’s South Africa have built themselves...
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/ 2 years agoLibbok calls the tune as Scotland are left standing
By NICK POWELL South Africa .... 18pts Tries: Du Toit 47, Arendse 51 Conversions: De Klerk 52 Penalties: Libbok 13, 25...
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Latest News
/ 2 years agoHooker Marx delivers Springboks a setback
NEWS EXTRA SOUTH Africa hooker Malcolm Marx will miss the rest of the World Cup after picking up a knee injury...
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Chris Hewett
/ 2 years agoCipriani’s spat more suited to Colosseum
CHRIS HEWETT THINKING ALLOWED ONE of these fine days, with the grace of God and a following wind, a World Cup...
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Premiership
/ 2 years agoVan Rensburg ready to rumble for Bristol
By PAUL REES When Benhard Janse van Rensburg became available after London Irish folded in June, Pat Lam wasted no time...
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Peter Jackson
/ 2 years agoSpringboks flick the power switch
South Africa beat everyone to the punch by having the nerve to turn their substitute bench into virtually a complete auxiliary...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 2 years agoAll Blacks are still the team to beat
By PAUL REES NEW ZEALAND Coach: Ian Foster Captain: Sam Cane This year’s World Cup is unusual in a number of...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 2 years agoBig beasts need to set the right mood
RUGBY MATTERS BRENDAN GALLAGHER A weekly look at the game’s other talking points SO where did the last four years go?...
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/ 2 years agoSpringboks inflict record loss on All Blacks at HQ
By Nick Powell, Online Editor New Zealand…………………….7 Tries: Roigard 71 Conversions: Mo’unga 72 South Africa……………………..35 Tries: Kolisi 18, Arendse 34, Marx...
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/ 2 years agoGatland: Penalty try verdict was harsh
By ROGER PANTING Wales head coach Warren Gatland said the yellow card issued to Rio Dyer played a large part in...
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Letters
/ 2 years agoFrench centre Vakatawa returns for Barbarians
NEWS EXTRA VIRIMI Vakatawa’s premature retirement is over as the former France centre started for the Barbarians against Samoa last night...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 2 years agoPlaying in both hemispheres helps Springboks – Le Roux
1995 Rugby World Cup winner Hennie Le Roux feels South Africa have had the best of both worlds in having their...
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Blindside - rugby transfers
/ 2 years agoGold adds his experience to the Blue Bulls
ON THE BLINDSIDE Former Bath boss Gary Gold is back in coaching after agreeing to join Jake White’s coaching staff at...
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Guest Blogs
/ 2 years agoHow the All Blacks can line up for the Rugby Championship
The All Blacks have announced their 36-man squad for The Rugby Championship, which includes seven newcomers to the surprise of the...
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Dream Team
/ 2 years agoDream Team with Mouritz Botha
The former Bedford, Saracens, Sharks, Newcastle & England lock, chooses the best XV he has played with or against... 1. Tendai...
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The Rugby Championship
/ 2 years ago‘Any win over SA is special’
NEW Zealand coach Ian Foster said it was another step forward as his side held off the second-half fightback to seal...
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Chris Hewett
/ 2 years agoBarrett J has keys to the kingdom
CHRIS HEWETT GUEST COLUMNIST Rugby is a game of infinite possibility, especially when it comes to dreaming up collective nouns. A...
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The Rugby Championship
/ 2 years agoArendse piles the misery on Jones
By BEN JAYCOCK South Africa .................... 43pts Tries: Arendse 16, 30, 51, Penalty 54, 68, PS du Toit Conversions: Libbok 17,...
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The Rugby Championship
/ 2 years ago‘We just got beaten to the punch all day’
Australian coach Eddie Jones admitted his side were second best in most areas in their heavy defeat to South Africa. He...
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Latest News
/ 2 years agoBeets double does it for SA
POOL C S Africa ........... 24 Argentina ....... 16 CORNE Beets scored two late tries as hosts South Africa beat Argentina...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 2 years agoRichardson keen on Scotland role
By GRANT SHUB When Dylan Richardson was called up to play for Scotland against Japan at Murrayfield in 2021, the South...
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U20 World Cup
/ 2 years agoItaly keep control to master South Africa
By DAVID ROBSON South Africa ...26 Italy ................. 34 Italy produced a superb display of wet weather rugby to stun hosts...
United Rugby Championship
Vaea Fifita’s commanding presence has Scarlets pushing for URC play-off spot
British and Irish Lions
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