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Rugby World Cup 1995 I How Os Du Randt went from unknown to cornerstone of the Springboks' triumph
It is 30 years since the Springboks hosted and won the '95 World Cup. Os du Randt came from nowhere to be vital cog in the Bok engine room.
SA Rugby in the pound seats as international rivals struggle to make ends meet
The annual general meeting of the South African Rugby Union delivered good news on the financial front.
Sacha scoops Cameron Hanekom and Wilco Louw to win SA URC Player of the Season Award
As the United Rugby Championship draws to a close, the awards are coming thick and fast and Stormers flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has nailed the SA Player of the Season Award.
New faces in Springbok squad: Nine uncapped players named for 2025 Tests
Nine uncapped players have been named in the Springbok squad for the 2025 international season, as head coach Rassie Erasmus unveils a robust group of 54 players for the upcoming Tests.
Rugby World Cup 1995 I On this day: The tragedy of Max Brito, the Battle of Boet Erasmus, heartbreak for Scotland, Wallabies hit their straps
As the 1995 World Cup neared the quarterfinal stage, there were some tough encounters in the third round, with South Africa and France the big winners.
Rugby World Cup 1995 | Canadians cause a riot against Springboks in Battle of Boet Erasmus II
It was 30 years ago that the Springboks fought an infamous battle against the inflammatory Canadians in Port Elizabeth, with James Dalton sent off and Pieter Hendriks banned.
Rugby World Cup 1995: Remembering the Springboks' fallen heroes
The 1995 Springboks have suffered tragedy, with five of their comrades dying way too soon and in unexpected circumstances.
Rugby World Cup 1995 | On this day: Springbok dirt-trackers struggle against Romania, joy for Ivory Coast and Samoa knock out Pumas
Thirty years ago, the Springboks battled to overcome Romania in the second round of the World Cup in South Africa while there were wins for France, Scotland and Western Samoa.
Rugby World Cup 1995: Braveheart, OJ Simpson, Gangsta's Paradise, and the Springboks' Triumph
Reflecting on 30 years since the Springboks' historic World Cup victory, this article explores the cultural and global events that shaped 1995, from OJ Simpson's trial to the rise of the Information Age.
Rugby World Cup 1995 | The year of Braveheart, OJ Simpson, Gangsta's Paradise and the mighty Springboks
It is 30 years since the Springboks won the World Cup and while rugby has changed, the world continues to deliver shock stories.
Eben and Anlia Etzebeth share joyful news: baby girl number two is on the way!
Eben Etzebeth and his wife Anlia joyfully announce they are expecting a baby girl, sharing their excitement and family values on social media.
'Resilience, courage and love . . . ' Late Springbok Cornal Hendricks' emotional farewell
An emotional farewell was held for Cornal Hendricks, the former Springboks wing, who passed away unexpectedly at 37.
Rejuvenated Curwin Bosch set to play for Barbarians against Springboks
The Barbarians team to play the Springboks in Cape Town next month is taking shape and the latest recruit is former Shark Curwin Bosch, now with Brive in France.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus will spread his selection net beyond players invited to alignment camps
The second Springbok alignment camp ended on Friday, and coach Rassie Erasmus cleared the air on some selection issues ahead of the start of the international season in late June.
30 years on, unforgettable memories of the Springboks’ opening match of the 1995 Rugby World Cup
It is 30 years since the Springboks opened their Rugby World Cup campaign against the Wallabies on May 20, 1995. It was a special time for the fledgling Rainbow Nation.
Ntokozo Makhaza’s rags-to-riches progression from ‘nobody’ to Springbok alignment camp
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus surprised many when he called up Varsity College star Ntokozo Makhaza to the latest alignment camp, and it has been a meteoric rise for the young wing.
‘Electric vibe’ among Springboks as Rassie Erasmus delighted with alignment camp
The Springboks are just over a month away from their first game of the year, and intensified their preparations at an alignment camp in Cape Town.
Welcome new World Rugby red card law punishes the individual, not the team or spectacle
World Rugby deserves a pat on the back for promulgating a red card law that allows a sent-off player to be replaced after 20 minutes, writes Mike Greenaway.
Augustus, Van der Merwe made their presence felt as Springbok alignment camp kicks off in Cape Town
The Springbok alignment camp is under way in Cape Town, and coach Rassie Erasmus has made significant changes at hooker and loose forward.
Barbarians coach Robbie Deans names All Black and Irish stars for Springbok clash in June
The Springboks begin their international season on June 28 against the Barbarians. and they will be up against a star-studded line-up.
WATCH: Siya Kolisi shakes up the dance floor at friend's wedding celebration
Join Siya Kolisi as he trades the rugby field for the dance floor at a friend's wedding in Peru, showcasing his vibrant personality and love for local culture.
Predicting Springbok XV to face Barbarians in Cape Town is all experimental
Rassie Erasmus has named a 54-man Springbok alignment squad, with the second camp in Cape Town this week. Independent Media's focus turns to predicting the potential line-up for the Barbarians match in June.
So many questions for Rassie at Bok camp as Sacha, RG push for starts
With the Springbok alignment camps underway, Rassie Erasmus faces critical decisions as players like Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and RG Snyman compete for starting positions ahead of the international Test against Italy. Who will secure their place in the squad?
Are Springboks' ticket prices too high? 'Big Mac Index' reveals the alarming truth
South Africans have expressed outrage over the rising ticket prices for the Springboks' upcoming matches.
Celebrating life and legacy: Late Springbok Cornal Hendricks' funeral arrangements
The late Springbok wing Cornal Hendricks will be laid to rest this Sunday.