Springboks

Remembering Japan’s shock 2015 Rugby World Cup win against the Springboks

Just over three years ago the Springboks suffered one of the biggest shocks in Rugby history at the 2015 Rugby World Cup. The mighty Springboks were humbled in their opening match by the Japanese Blossoms in a shock 34-32 loss.

Rachel Kolisi fires back at thirsty Instagram influencer with an emoji

Rachel Kolisi has had another social media meltdown after an Instagram influencer was crushing over her husband, Siya Kolisi. The Springbok's captain called her out for being thirsty and tweeps have been talking about it non-stop.

SA unites to slam the 'idiot' who flew the apartheid flag at Boks vs NZ game

South Africans of different races united to slam the person who brandished the old South African flag during the rugby test between the Springboks and the All Blacks. Briefly decided to take a look at some of the reactions.

Cosatu once again attacks SA Rugby, focuses on Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus

Cosatu is once again attacking SA Rugby, this time focusing its attention on Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus. Cosatu has accused Erasmus of treating black players in South Africa as if they are second-class citizens.

Durban sets record for lowest ever crowd attendance at SA Rugby Championship match

Durban has set an unenviable record for having the lowest ever crowd attendance ever for a Springbok Rugby Championship (previously known as the Tri-Nations) match. Kings Park Stadium was only just over half-full for the match.

Siya Kolisi gives shoutout to young fan making blankets for the poor

A young South African named Ben read the inspiring story of Springboks captain Siya Kolisi recently. It inspired him to make blankets for street children. In turn, Siya sent him a video acknowledging his wonderful initiative.

Siya Kolisi's wife schools thirsty tweep: "Leaving people's marriages alone 101"

Siya Kolisi's wife put a tweep who commented openly on her husband in a flirtatious manner, back into her place. She made it clearly known that he was a taken man and that no one has the right to meddle in married peoples lives.

Siya Kolisi dedicates match against England to 7-year-old cancer fighter

A seven-year-old boy, who suffers from leukaemia, led the Springboks out on the field on Saturday. And, Springbok captain Siya Kolisi said he had to make the day special for the little boy by giving a great performance.

Sore losers: England players involved in post-match incidents following series loss

Three of England’s rugby players proved to be sore losers on Saturday when they got involved in post-match incidents. England lost the second Test and thereby the series against South Africa in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Women in rugby: Motshidisi Mohono is crushing it on SuperSport

Motshidisi Mohono is one of the most well-known sports presenters on SuperSport, and she recently took to Twitter to share where it all started. In 2011, she auditioned for Lady Rugga, where she got to be part of the SS team.

A legend in the making: Kolisi wins his 1st test as SA's 1st black captain

Siya Kolisi has won the hearts of South Africans with they way his team performed in the first test match he led as the first black captain of the Springboks. The 26-year-old’s team won the England side after trailing 24-3.

Two Springbok teams beat two English ruby sides in historic sporting weekend

South African rugby fans are no doubt having a wonderful Monday, this after two separate Springbok teams romped to victory over two English sides. On Saturday the Springboks finally showed some backbone by winning the first Test.

Dawn of a new Springbok age beckons as team to face England is announced

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has announced a completely revamped and new-look Springbok team to face England in the first Test match against at Ellis Park in Johannesburg on Saturday. The team will be led by Siya Kolisi.

An 82-year-old gogo 'crashes' the Springboks training session

An elderly woman managed to get the attention of the South African rugby team after she drove her brand-new Chevy Spark into a ditch, where the Boks were busy with a training season. And, the 82-year-old lady got the car four days

Siya Kolisi: 5 attributes which will make him a great Springbok captain

Siya Kolisi is set to make history when he takes the field against England in June. Kolisi will become the first black player to captain the Springboks. We take a look at five of the new Bok captain's leadership skills.