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Weekly English South Africa Rugby · Sports
319 Episodes
40 – 60

Who Is The Best Springbok Flyhalf? Handre Pollard or Manie Libbok

Who should be the Springbok flyhalf? Some say Handre Pollard. Others say Manie Libbok. And in this episode Peter is joined by rugby fixer, podcaster (8-9 Combo, The Lekker Rugby Pod and writer (The Roar), Harry Jones to settle the debate once and for all. Let's determine who the right…
29 Aug 33 min

Why There Is No Need For The Springboks To Panic!

The Springboks' unimpressive performances in 2025 have left some Bok fans unhappy. Some have even called for coach Rassie Erasmus to go! But in this episode Peter explains why there is actually no need to panic. At least not just yet anyway! This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby…
28 Aug 10 min

Revealed! Springbok Squad For Historic All Blacks Series

Dr Rassie Erasmus has named his Springbok squad to do battle and defend our honour against the All Blacks in New Zealand. In this episode Peter gives his thoughts on the squad and reveals who he would select in the first Test at Eden Park! This podcast originates from the…
26 Aug 12 min

Springboks’ Victory Masks Alarming Weaknesses

The Springboks are off the mark in the 2025 Rugby Championship thanks to a 30-22 win over Australia in Cape Town. But South Africa's fans seem to still be unconvinced by the rugby world champions. In this episode Peter looks at how the Springboks performed and identifies the areas that…
25 Aug 12 min

Springboks-Wallabies Preview: Can We Avoid Another Disaster?

The Springboks have their backs to the wall ahead of their second Rugby Championship Test against Australia. In Cape Town the Springboks will be fighting for redemption and aiming to restore pride. But the Wallabies will be determined. This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel
22 Aug 13 min

World Rugby Admit They Need Springbok Boss Rassie!

World Rugby has seldom held a high opinion of Springbok rugby coach Rassie Erasmus. But now in a stunning reversal, the sport's global governing body has actually admitted that they need the Springbok boss and that Rassie is actually good for the sport! In this episode Peter details exactly what…
21 Aug 7 min

Springboks Team Revealed For Wallabies Revenge

Springbok coach Doctor Rassie Erasmus has announced his match day squad that will do battle against Australia on Saturday in Cape Town. Last week the world champions were shocked by the Wallabies. The fans are angry, the players are hurting and now the Springboks must go out there and avenge…
20 Aug 12 min

Rassie Admits Springbok Disaster Was His Fault

Australia have beaten the Springboks in South Africa for the first time since 2011. And what's more, it's the first time since 1963 the Wallabies have beaten the Boks at Ellis Park! In this episode Peter details what went wrong, credits the intelligence of the Aussies and shares how coach…
18 Aug 16 min

Springbok Tickets Disgrace: SARU Abandons the Average Fan!

The prices of Springbok Test match tickets have become a hot button topic. Have they now become too expensive for the average Springbok supporter? In this episode Peter takes a look at the evidence and gives his verdict. He also makes a suggestion, that could go some way towards helping…
14 Aug 9 min

Matt Williams Just INSULTED the Springboks – AGAIN!

Springbok hater Matt Williams was asked about the 2025 British & Irish Lions series and almost instantly started talking about the 2021 tour in South Africa. This man has a habit of finding a way to talk about the rugby world champions and usually it's in a very negative manner…
12 Aug 18 min

Zimbabwe’s Rugby Miracle: How the Sables Stunned the World!

Zimbabwe have qualified for the Rugby World Cup for the first time since 1991! The Sables have won the Rugby Africa Cup by beating Namibia in the final to secure their place at the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. And in this episode Peter details the history of Zimbabwean…
6 Aug 35 min

Springboks Punished But Australia Protected. WHY?!

In 2021 Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus was banned for a year for criticising a referee. Less than 10 days ago Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt criticised a referee and World Rugby has announced they will take no action. How can this be? In this episode Peter examines the hypocrisy behind this…
5 Aug 13 min

Springboks Bomb Squad Tactic Under Attack!

The Springbok Bomb Squad tactic regularly comes under fire from overseas pundits. But this time a fellow South African is questioning this famous strategy employed by Dr Rassie Erasmus. In this episode Peter examines what was written and gives his take on whether or not the time has come to…
30 Jul 9 min

Springboks Face Japan in Brighton Nightmare Rematch

The Springboks are reportedly set to take on Japan in Brighton in November. That was the scene of one of the greatest upsets in the history of sport. Are the rugby world champion Boks walking into a trap by tempting fate? History does after all have a way of repeating…
29 Jul 10 min

World Of Rugby Comes After Springboks Coach Rassie Erasmus

The Springboks caused a global stir when they kicked off short against Italy in their second Test against Italy. There was an offside player too who collected the ball. Did the ball fail to go ten metres? Was there an offside player? And was it deliberate? Depending on the referee's…
24 Jul 14 min

Junior Springboks Rewrite History Against The Old Enemy

The Junior Springboks have won the Under-20 World Championship by defeating the old enemy, New Zealand, in the final in Rovigo, Italy. In a display of dominance, the young Boks led from start to finish against the Baby All Blacks and in this episode Peter looks back at the perfect…
21 Jul 14 min

Junior Springboks Rewrite History Against The Old Enemy

The Junior Springboks have won the Under-20 World Championship by defeating the old enemy, New Zealand, in the final in Rovigo, Italy. In a display of dominance, the young Boks led from start to finish against the Baby All Blacks and in this episode Peter looks back at the perfect…
21 Jul 12 min

Junior Springboks v Baby All Blacks: Teen Titans Collide!

The Junior Springboks go in search of gold on Saturday in Rovigo in the Under-20 World Championship final against their oldest enemies - the Baby All Blacks. It's the clash of the teen titans in Italy. Who will come out on top? In this episode Peter examines carefully the two…
21 Jul 9 min

Springboks Ready For War Against Georgia

The Springboks face Georgia in Nelspruit in their final July Test match before the Rugby Championship. Many feel the world champions did not live up to expectations against Italy and are now demanding a demolition job against the Georgians? But will the Springboks deliver just that? In this episode Peter…
18 Jul 9 min
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