The Rugby Thread - Part Deux

Well done Stormers for holding onto Sacha FM services until 2029. I really thought he would be gone after his current contract.
 
Just checked something online now:

Boks 2023 = 11/13
Boks 2024 = 11/13
Boks 2025 = 12/14

34/40 or 85%

That's not bad at all. Historical number is about 64%. 2024 included two 1 point losses. We're in a purple patch and one can only hope it lasts a few more years.

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netstrider said:
Just checked something online now:

Boks 2023 = 11/13
Boks 2024 = 11/13
Boks 2025 = 12/14

34/40 or 85%

That's not bad at all. Historical number is about 64%. 2024 included two 1 point losses. We're in a purple patch and one can only hope it lasts a few more years.

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Amazed to see that Wales was number 1 ranked, albeit briefly, twice in 2019.
 
Borrels said:
Same to be said about the Bulls team at the moment. Lacking the usual passion and intensity. Ackers has his work cut out. He needs to settle on his captain, simplify the game plan and cut loose an old dog not pulling his weight to send a signal - probably Willie.
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I agree. But willie still has his moments. He is great of the bench.
 

Rassie Erasmus leads a Christmas walk in Cape Town at 5am this morning he did a walk in Blouburg and thousands joined him. Did anyone from here join him?
 
dualmeister said:
www.thesouthafrican.com

Highest-paid Springboks of 2025 and their staggering earnings

It pays handsomely to be a Springbok. Here’s which players earned the most in 2025 - and how much they banked ...
www.thesouthafrican.com www.thesouthafrican.com

www.thesouthafrican.com

Lowest-paid Springboks of 2025 and how much they earned

These Springboks took home a lot less than several of their team-mates. Here's who made the list - and how much they banked.
www.thesouthafrican.com www.thesouthafrican.com
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i'm assuming those numbers are the match fees. Surely, for example, Siya gets more for his captain's role?
 
The Bulls are doing ok here.
74 minutes and still 8 -8

Some penalties not taken by both sides.

And another win for the Stormers.
I have no idea how they keep winning.
 
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I don't get Willie. He's meant to be one of the most experienced players in the world, and then he goes and kicks the ball out after the whistle. Good win for the Stormers though - those are valuable log points.
 
Lions did well. They went to Durban in a stadium that was relatively packed and got a result. The Sharks just dissapoint again. You are 1 point in front under pressure you have to hustle on defense you can't just stand around and slip a tackle like that that costs you the game. Ai

Bulls looked like they can get a win then Willie said no I will kick the ball dead. Stormers looking good right on top of the table unbeaten.
 
cavedog said:
Lions did well. They went to Durban in a stadium that was relatively packed and got a result. The Sharks just dissapoint again. You are 1 point in front under pressure you have to hustle on defense you can't just stand around and slip a tackle like that that costs you the game. Ai

Bulls looked like they can get a win then Willie said no I will kick the ball dead. Stormers looking good right on top of the table unbeaten.
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Agreed, the Sharks were disappointing, but thankfully not an embarrassment like they've been earlier in the season.

That scrum towards the end where the Lions dominated the Sharks was the tipping point. It should have been a golden chance for the Sharks to put the scoreline out of reach of the Lions and they bottled it.
 
They definately bottled it. Should have kicked the simple 3 points and it would have virtually guarenteed they don't lose the game. It is shocking how bad they are playing...
 
cavedog said:
Lions did well. They went to Durban in a stadium that was relatively packed and got a result. The Sharks just dissapoint again. You are 1 point in front under pressure you have to hustle on defense you can't just stand around and slip a tackle like that that costs you the game. Ai

Bulls looked like they can get a win then Willie said no I will kick the ball dead. Stormers looking good right on top of the table unbeaten.
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Willie was trying to kick it for the wing.
 
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