All posts tagged "Springboks"
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Jeremy Guscott
/ 2 years agoMy best XV attacking players on the planet
JEREMY GUSCOTT OUTSPOKEN AND UNMISSABLE... EVERY WEEK THIS is a World XV from the 2023 World Cup with a difference, because...
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Chris Hewett
/ 2 years agoChange of culture is needed to compete
CHRIS HEWETT THINKING ALLOWED A slippery subject, rugby culture, and easily misrepresented in its narrowest sense. Across great swathes of the...
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Chris Hewett
/ 2 years agoIt’s better late than never to pick Zach
CHRIS HEWETT IF we’re being harsh – and heaven knows, the Cherry and White flock who congregate on the steps of...
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Latest News
/ 2 years agoLegend of the ‘Bearded Beast’ Esteve
PETER JACKSON FOR sheer bloodthirsty brutality, no international fixture of the last half century has come remotely close to matching France-Wales...
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Latest News
/ 2 years agoMarler: I’m gutted we blew our final chance
By GARY FITZGERALD Joe Marler has labelled England’s campaign in France “a decent journey” but concedes he is “gutted” they “blew”...
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Nick Cain
/ 2 years agoPerfect Pollard was the key difference
NICK CAIN READ HIS EXPERT OPINION EVERY WEEK THE aftermath of South Africa’s record fourth win in the World Cup final...
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Red Roses
/ 2 years agoRed Roses: Marlie Packer
BACK ROW, CAPTAIN Birthplace: Yeovil DOB: 02/10/1989 Community Club: Ivel Barbarians, now known as Yeovil RFC Club: Saracens Red Roses Debut:...
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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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Latest News
/ 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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Latest News
/ 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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Latest News
/ 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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Latest News
/ 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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Latest News
/ 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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