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Springboks assistant Mzwandile Stick becomes first SA coach to join Roc Nation Sports
Mzwandile Stick makes history as the first South African coach to join Roc Nation Sports International, marking a significant milestone in his career.
Cheslin Kolbe reflects on his journey after winning SA Rugby Player of the Year award
Cheslin Kolbe's unexpected triumph as SA Rugby Player of the Year highlights his incredible journey and the fierce competition he faced
Cheslin Kolbe celebrates his 2024 SA Rugby Player of the Year award
Cheslin Kolbe's unexpected triumph as the 2024 SA Rugby Player of the Year highlights his dedication and ambition, as he aims for even greater success in the upcoming season.
Cheslin Kolbe ‘still pinching himself’ after winning SA Rugby Player of the Year award
Kolbe surprised everyone by winning the SA Rugby Player of the Year award, outshining top competitors like Pieter-Steph du Toit and Eben Etzebeth.
Rassie Erasmus’ evolving Springboks showed no signs of slowing down in 2024
IOL Sport's John Goliath looks at three factors that contributed to the Springboks success in 2024.
Springboks’ unsung hero Damian de Allende finally got his flowers in 2024
Damian de Allende has formed a key cog in the Springboks' new strategy, with Tony Brown saying “Damian is the best passer in the Springboks. "
Walking in my area, there’s probably a better player than me around, says Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe
After making headlines playing alongside Kurt-Lee Arendse at the Springboks, Cheslin Kolbe looks forward to facing him and other Boks during the Japan Rugby League One season.
The Springboks' 5 best tries of 2024: From Cheslin Kolbe's perseverance to lineout tricks
IOL Sport's John Goliath picks five of his personal favourite tries during a year when the Springboks only lost two out of their 13 Test matches.
2024 . . . The mighty Springboks' year in numbers
IOL Sport's John Goliath breaks down some of the significant numbers that made the Springboks great in 2024.
Rassie snubbed for French Sevens coach
While Erasmus has every right to be aggrieved, the Boks otherwise had a fine Sunday evening capped by Pieter-Steph du Toit’s award, with Chelsin Kolbe and Eben Etzebeth finalists.
Special Du Toit was always destined for Springbok greatness
Pieter-Steph du Toit, the gentle giant of rugby, defies the odds to win his second World Player of the Year Award, showcasing resilience and dedication through personal struggles.
Rassie Erasmus snubbed at World Rugby Awards for French Sevens coach
Before the start of the Springboks’ end-of-year tour, they invited a small army of British journalists to the Channel Island of Jersey where Rassie Erasmus conducted a charm offensive aimed at changing the Boks’ reputation as the game’s “bullies”.
SA Rugby salutes Pieter-Steph du Toit and Springboks named in Dream Team
SA Rugby president Mark Alexander was glowing in his praise of Pieter-Steph du Toit and Eben Etzebeth, Cheslin Kolbe, Ox Nche, Malcolm Marx, Damian de Allende and Jesse Kriel following the World Rugby Awards.
Pieter-Steph du Toit wins World Rugby Player of the Year while Rassie Erasmus is snubbed
World Rugby’s Player of the Year Pieter-Steph du Toit is also one of seven Springboks who were included in the Men’s 15s Dream Team of the Year.
Springboks end year on high with dominance in Cardiff
In a thrilling encounter, the Springboks showcased their dominance over Wales with a resounding 45-12 victory in Cardiff, marking their unbeaten November tour.
The Springboks could put 50 points on them, says Aussie David Campese on Wales ‘horror show’
Australian rugby legend David Campese believes Wales will be no match for the Springboks in their Test match in Cardiff on Saturday.
Boks queue up for top Word Rugby award
As the World Rugby awards approach, the Springboks are in the spotlight with Eben Etzebeth and others vying for top honours. Will this be Etzebeth’s year
World Rugby Awards: Where is Ox Nche? The actual ‘baddest man on the planet’
In a year where coach Rassie Erasmus has rotated heavily, loosehead Ox Nche was a constant figure in the Springboks’ matchday squads.
Stronger Together! Four Springboks nominated for World Rugby Awards
Nominated for Men’s 15s Player of the Year are Eben Etzebeth, Cheslin Kolbe and Pieter-Steph du Toit, while Sacha-Feinberg Mngomezulu was nominated for Men's 15s Breakthrough Player of the Year award.
A fan’s perspective: Edwill van der Merwe on the Springboks’ win at Twickenham
“Confidence is a funny thing,” Gold agreed. “England played pretty well. They made a lot of mistakes. They are going to overthink things, they are going to find the pressure overwhelming.
Hard work doesn’t go unnoticed, says Springboks’ Cheslin Kolbe
Cheslin Kolbe scored two brilliant five-pointers on the night, as the Springboks outscored their hosts by four tries to two.
WATCH: Springboks’ greatest wins under birthday boy Rassie
IOL Sport’s John Goliath looks at five of Rassie Erasmus’ best Test wins as coach and director of rugby after taking over the Springboks in 2018.
I almost gave up — Kolbe
From being told he was too small to play for the Boks to scoring in a World Cup final, Cheslin Kolbe’s journey proves that heart matters more than size in rugby
Springboks’ Eben Etzebeth ‘dying’ to get back on the park with Sharks after Mauritius trip
The Sharks’ Springboks may feature in their upcoming home games against defending URC champions Glasgow Warriors and 2023 winners Munster.
Rising star, Desmond Koolen dominates at the South African Championships of Performing Arts with 27 medal haul
In September, Little Desi attended a Cheslin Kolbe Foundation event, where he exchanged a few slick moves with South African Springboks captain, Siya Kolisi.