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orsacchiotto-rugbista · 6 months

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South African Rugby Champions Go Back-To-Back

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I'll admit off the bat, that I am the most casual rugby fan in the world, and by many fans standards, I am the worst type of fan because I am a Springboks supporter.

Don't let that take away from what this South African team just accomplished though, and to help you understand the context under which this team is representing the country, is a task that can't be accomplished in one blog post.

South Africa is a country with an economy that is dying and the gap in wealth inequality is getting bigger and bigger, with an infastructure that is falling apart, and a government unable to manage the administrative, financial headaches of governance.

Basically, these Springboks are the only good thing happening in South Africa.

Packed in to the pre-meal, and way before any of these current players was ever a Springbok, is the history of South Africa itself and what the Springboks represented for the ruling Apartheid government pre-1994, and the liberation of Black South Africans since.

This is not a piece to sway people in to believing in the Springboks as a story of racial intergration and tranformation.

Rather something to help you understand the kind of hurdles every player on the team deals with, and the amount of personal discipline it takes to always put the team and winning first.

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In the years to come, books will be written about how these guys had to pull together even in the most trying of times, and Siya Kholisi as the captain of a team that has accomplished the greatest feat in the sport's history.

To help you understand what this team has accomplished, South Africa came in to the 2023 Rugby World Cup as defending champions after winning the 2019 World Cup, only lost 1 game the entire tournament, and won our last 3 games all by 1 point margins.

This is not a Rugby team. This is sporting greatness and excellence. They'll go down as legends of the sport. All of them, every member of both the 2019 and 2023 squads.

Every one of these players had big moments in big games and situations where we absolutely needed it.

Handre Pollard's cool headedness was evident throughout the tournament, with his kick to win the semi-final against England being his most immense.

Eben Etzebeth setting the tone with physicality, always promptly followed by Mbongeni Mbonambi, Franco Mostert and Duane Vermeulen, Ox Nche, Deon Fourie and Kwagga Smith, and this group changed the game in that semi-final.

Pieter-Steph Du Toit's man of the match performance in the final was arguably the best any Springbok has ever played in a final. Cheslin Kolbe's charge down and block against France. Manie Libbok's sublime no-look kick against Scotland.

Everyone had big moments or big performances at key times.

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I have grown attached to this team in a way I have never been attached to a Rugby team.

South Africa's 1995 World Cup victory represented the intention to change with the inclusion of the legendary Chester Williams. In 2007 it was a story of how that change had bred a new generation of winners represented by Byran Habana. The 2019 World Cup in Japan represented a transformation complete with the champions being captained by a Black player for the first time.

This however is not a chapter of the story that needs a transformation narrative.

As a group these players have transcended that. They represent the pinnacle of the sport. The highest level of achievement possible, and our heach coach Rassie Erasmus, the man who masteminded both our victories, all the while challenging the sports's conventions, pushing boundraries, and always keeping the Boks one step ahead.

Growing up Bryan Habana was the most recognisable player in the sport, and I even have a photograph I took of him on my Instagram, but this group, and this captain, with those forwards and those wings, yeah they've now surpassed any South African team, and that's no easy thing to do.

Even more difficult than that is restoring some feeling of national pride at a time when it's becoming harder to create reasons for that.

Thank you to the Boks, they will never be forgotten.

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akaretu · 1 year

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Pieter Steph du Toit and Duane Vermeulen of South Africa

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dailyrugbytoday · 10 months

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All Blacks v Springboks: The Rugby Championship will take place in Auckland.

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All Blacks v Springboks: The Rugby Championship will take place in Auckland.

This Saturday at 8 a.m. All Blacks v Springboks Rugby on Sky Sports, watch the Rugby Championship match between New Zealand and South Africa.

England vs. France, Ireland vs. England, New Zealand vs. Australia, Munster vs. Leinster, and Scotland vs. England are just a few examples of great rugby rivalry. But for many, the matchup between New Zealand and South Africa comes in first.

This Saturday’s matchup between the All Blacks and the Springboks will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Action at 8:05 a.m. It is widely regarded as the main matchup of the shortened 2023 Rugby Championship season.

The Rugby Championship 2023 fixtures | All Blacks Rugby Championship Schedule 2023

In their 103 previous encounters, the All Blacks have 61 victories, the Springboks 38, and four ties. But statistics don’t do their competition and relationship credit in the slightest.

Growing up in South Africa and choosing rugby as your sport of choice meant hopes of playing against one team: The All Blacks, as former Springbok wing Ashwin Willemse explained to Sky Sports a few years ago.

We all grew up in a country were playing in a Test match against the All Blacks was the one game that we all desired to experience.

How to watch All Blacks v Springboks | South Africa vs. New Zealand

All Blacks v Springboks Rugby on Sky Sports Action will broadcast every match of the Rugby Championship. Sky Sports can be added to existing plans for an additional £24 per month, or subscriptions can start at £20 per month. Fans may also watch the action live through the Sky Sports app and website.

Those who don’t have access to Sky Sports may still watch All Blacks vs boks game on NowTV, which offers daily and monthly passes starting at £11.98/day for Sky Sports channels.

All Blacks v Springboks Squad

All Blacks: Beauden Barrett, Will Jordan, Rieko Ioane, Jordie Barrett, Mark Telea, Richie Mo’unga, Aaron Smith, Ardie Savea, Sam Cane (c), Shannon Frizell, Scott Barrett, Brodie Retallick, Tyrel Lomax, Codie Taylor, Ethan de Groot.

Reserves: Samisoni Taukei’aho, Tamaiti Williams, Nepo Laulala, Tupou Vaa’i, Dalton Papali’i, Finlay Christie, Braydon Ennor, Caleb Clarke.

South Africa: Willie le Roux, Cheslin Kolbe, Lukhanyo Am, Damian de Allende, Makazole Mapimpi, Damian Willemse, Faf de Klerk, Jasper Wiese, Franco Mostert, Kwagga Smith, Lood de Jager, Eben Etzebeth (c), Frans Malherbe, Bongi Mbonambi, Steven Kitshoff.

Reserves: Malcolm Marx, Thomas du Toit, Vincent Koch, RG Snyman, Pieter Steph du Toit, Duane Vermeulen, Grant Williams, Manie Libbok.

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actu24hp · 7 months

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Springboks: 10 survivors from 2019 also start the 2023 final

The Springboks will defend their Rugby World Cup crown on Saturday against New Zealand. 10 players who started the final in 2019 in Japan will take the field from the start in Paris against the All Blacks. ICYMI: Every RWC winner since 1987 Springboks survivors Bongi Mbonambi, Frans Malherbe, Eben Etzebeth, Siyamthanda Kolisi, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Duane Vermeulen, Faf de Klerk, Handre Pollard,…

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southjerseyweb · 7 months

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Vermeulen happy to don Bok jersey after watching Ireland loss from stands - France 24

Duane Vermeulen was an interested onlooker in South Africa's defeat by Ireland in an epic World Cup Pool B match, sat next to Rassie Erasmus in …

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Ulster 29-36 La Rochelle: French side pick up Champions Cup win in Dublin after relocation fiasco

The EPCR relocated Saturday’s Ulster vs La Rochelle Champions Cup clash from the Kingspan Stadium in Belfast to the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on Friday due to a frozen pitch, placing it behind closed doors, only for Ulster owner Jon Petrie to confirm the pitch ended up playable on saturday Last Updated: 17/12/22 8:40pm Duane Vermeulen and Ulster suffered Champions Cup defeat to La Rochelle behind…

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fvdnews · 1 year

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Ulster 29 - 36 La Rochelle

Ulster 29 – 36 La Rochelle

The EPCR relocated Saturday’s Ulster vs La Rochelle Champions Cup clash from the Kingspan Stadium in Belfast to the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on Friday due to a frozen pitch, placing it behind closed doors, only for Ulster owner Jon Petrie to confirm the pitch ended up playable on Saturday Last Updated: 12/17/22 8:40pm Duane Vermeulen and Ulster suffered Champions Cup defeat to La Rochelle behind…

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orsacchiotto-rugbista · 1 year

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Kitshoff seems to be set to go away Stormers for Ulster after 2023 RWC

Stormers captain Steven Kitshoff receives the URC trophy. (Photograph by Grant Pitcher/Gallo Pictures) Springbok and Stormers prop Steven Kitshoff is believed to be near confirming a take care of Irish membership Ulster. In response to Irish web site, Impartial.ie, Kitshoff has already “agreed phrases” to hitch Ulster after the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Kitshoff is contracted to the Stormers till 2024, however a supply advised Rapport newspaper that the URC champions won’t stand within the 30-year-old’s manner if he needs to be relieved from is contract earlier. Kitshoff captained the Stormers to the URC title final season. This could be his second abroad stint – he represented French outfit Bordeaux from 2015 to 2017 earlier than returning to Cape City. Kitshoff’s Bok team-mate, Duane Vermeulen, is presently a big-name signing at Ulster, whereas Ruan Pienaar and Marcell Coetzee made their marks on the Irish membership up to now. We reside in a world the place details and fiction get blurred In instances of uncertainty you want journalism you possibly can belief. For 14 free days, you possibly can have entry to a world of in-depth analyses, investigative journalism, high opinions and a spread of options. Journalism strengthens democracy. Make investments sooner or later right this moment. Thereafter you can be billed R75 per thirty days. You may cancel anytime and in case you cancel inside 14 days you will not be billed. Originally published at Irvine News HQ

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Boks make five changes for All Blacks Test

South Africa have recalled No.8 Duane Vermeulen as one of five changes to their starting line-up for the second Rugby Championship Test against New Zealand at Ellis Park on Saturday. Vermeulen sat out the international season after knee surgery but has been deemed fit to play and comes in for Jasper Wiese at the back of the scrum. The latter moves to the bench. The Springboks cruised to a 26-10…

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dailyrugbytoday · 7 months

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2023 Rugby World Cup, Springboks V Tonga at the Stade de Marseille

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2023 Rugby World Cup, Springboks V Tonga at the Stade de Marseille

The Springboks v Tonga in their final pool match of the 2023 Rugby World Cup at the Stade de Marseille on Sunday night (kick-off 9pm). If South Africa defeats Tonga and earns a bonus point victory in their last Rugby World Cup group match, they will move atop Pool B.

The Springboks are attempting to recover from their loss to Ireland, a thrilling match that may have served as a preview of the championship game.

Even if South Africa wins this match with five points, they will not be able to advance to the quarterfinals thanks to Scotland’s victory against Romania, which earned them a bonus point. Jacques Nienaber will be aware that his significantly altered team cannot afford to relax against the deadly Tongans. Springboks v Tonga: Four talking points ahead of the match

TV coverage of Springboks V Tonga? How to watch the Rugby World Cup match, the channel, and the start time

Kick Off Time 8pm BST – 9pm Local –Sunday 1st October.

TV Channel ITV1 (UK) – How To Watch the Rugby World Cup

Venue Stade Velodrome, Marseille

Capacity 67,394

When do South Africa vs Tonga match up?

At the Stade Velodrome in Marseille, the South Africa vs. Tonga match is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. BST on Sunday, October 1.

How do I view it?

ITV1 will be airing the game live in the UK, with coverage set to start at 7:15 PM BST. ITVX offers free live streaming of the action to registered subscribers. 2023 Rugby World Cup All Blacks games today will be Broadcast.

Line-ups

South Africa XV: Ox Nche, Deon Fourie, Vincent Koch; Eben Etzebeth, Marvin Orie; Siya Kolisi (captain), Duane Vermeulen, Jasper Wiese; Cobus Reinach, Handre Pollard; Makazole Mapimpi, Andre Esterhuizen, Canan Moodie, Grant Williams, Willie le Roux.

Replacements: Marco van Staden, Steven Kitshoff, Trevor Nyakane, Franco Mostert, Kwagga Smith; Jaden Hendrikse, Manie Libbok, Jesse Kriel.

Tonga XV: Siegfried Fisi’ihoi, Paula Ngauamo, Ben Tameifuna (captain); Halaleva Fifita, Sam Lousi; Tanginoa Halaifonua, Sione Talitui, Semisi Paea; Augustine Pulu, William Havili; Anzelo Tuitavuki, Pita Ahki, Malakai Fekitoa, Fine Inisi; Charles Piutau.

Replacements: Sam Moli, Tau Koloamatangi, Sosefo Apikotoa, Adam Coleman, Sione Vailanu; Sonatane Takulua, Patrick Pellegrini, Afusipa Taumoepeau.

Tonga vs. Boks RWC predictions

By 35, says Josh Graham, South Africa. The Springboks will be eager to respond to their loss, and I anticipate that Tonga will experience the full fury of a wounded animal. Amazingly, intriguing pairings like Andre Esterhuizen and Canan Moodie don’t even receive a second look in the top 23. The Boks will likely end their pool season in commanding fashion.

By 33, says Alan Dymock, South Africa. Is it strange to see Marco van Staden filling in for Deon Fourie at No. 2 as the replacement hooker? Sure. The lineout should be under strain since the scrum won’t be as effective as it could be. Consider the rest of that pack, though. Let these gigantic men construct the armchair if a 75% Pollard is to be introduced back into Test rugby. They’ll aim to maintain their tight grip until Tonga are worn out.

TONGA vs. SOUTH AFRICA HEAD-TO-HEAD RESULTS

South Africa may have won the 2007 Rugby World Cup, but a week after trouncing England 36-0 in the pool round, they nearly lost to the Ikale Tahi.

The Springboks nearly paid the price for ringing the changes for Tonga in Lens, narrowly escaping with a 30-25 victory. And the Pacific Islanders came dangerously close to winning it!

South Africa won easily in the first meeting of these teams at Newlands in 1997, defeating the visitors 74-10.

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