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Step into the world of Front Row Rugby and experience the thrill of Springbok Rugby like never before! Our presenter, Peter Stemmet, is an award-winning sports journalist who’s lived and breathed rugby for years. With his passion for the sport, you’re guaranteed to be in for a treat. Get ready to meet some of your favourite Bok heroes from the past and relive their greatest moments. Peter’s dream is to bring Front Row Rugby to life on a permanent basis, and you can help make that a reality. All it takes is a simple subscribe and share with your friends. Together, let’s bring the excitement of Springbok Rugby to the forefront.
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162 Episodes
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Springboks Beat England: The Best Review & Analysis

The rugby world champions South Africa defeated England 29-20 at Twickenham on Saturday. It was a fairly routine win in the end for South Africa. In this episode, Peter examines how the Boks went about their business and explains why the English will have many regrets after this latest defeat…
18 Nov 13 min

Springboks v England: The Ultimate Preview

The rugby world cup champions South Africa face England at Twickenham on Saturday, 16 November. The Springboks are the favourites, but England are dangerous, having come off four close defeats, three at least of which they should have won according to most. In this episode, Peter previews this Springboks v…
15 Nov 18 min

How World Rugby’s New Chairman Affects The Springboks

On 14 November 2024 World Rugby will elect a new chairman. Bill Beaumont's time in office will come to an end and either Abdelatif Benazzi, Andrea Rinaldo or Brett Robinson will take over. But what does this all mean for the Springboks and South African rugby? In this episode, Peter…
13 Nov 17 min

Springboks are Number One In The World Again

After beating Scotland the Springboks have become the number one team in the world rankings again. Many have wondered how it is even possible that the world champions, who have also won 15 of their last 17 Tests, were ever not number one. In this episode, Peter explains exactly how…
12 Nov 7 min

Springboks v Scotland: The Ultimate Review & Analysis

The Rugby World champions South Africa defeated Scotland 32-15 on Sunday in a Test match at Murrayfield in Edinburgh. It was not a vintage display by the Springboks but they were able to deal with the challenge presented by Scotland. In this episode, Peter assesses the positives and negatives from…
11 Nov 20 min

Could Springbok Coach Rassie Erasmus Join England?

Springbok Coach Rassie Erasmus has helped South Africa win two Rugby World Cups back-to-back. He is well-loved in our country but could the unthinkable happen one day and England, Ireland or the All Blacks appoint Rassie as their head coach? Erasmus recently admitted in an interview that he has considered…
4 Nov 7 min

Springboks End of Year Tour Minimum Expectations

The Springboks are getting ready to face Scotland, England and Wales on their end of year tour. The last time the Boks got through their Autumn Internationals unbeaten was way back in 2013. In this episode, Peter looks at whether or not South Africa can achieve that feat again for…
4 Nov 15 min

Reliving the Springboks’ Greatest Triumph: One Year Later

This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel On 28 October 2023, exactly one year ago today, the Springboks defeated the All Blacks to become Rugby World Cup champions for the fourth time. No country has managed to win the Webb Ellis Cup as many times as South…
29 Oct 12 min

Why Springbok Fans Are Divided on Rassie’s Latest Squad

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named his squad for the end of year Tests against Scotland, England and Wales. Rassie has decided to stick with his tried and tested combinations and opted not to give any uncapped players an opportunity. This has divided the opinion of Springboks supporters. In this…
28 Oct 8 min

Who Will the Springboks Face First In 2025?

It looks like Italy will be the Springboks’ first opponents in 2025. The Boks have faced the Azzurri 16 times before in Test matches, winning 15 of those encounters. South Africa cannot host one of the British or Irish nations as the Lions will be touring Australia. So why not…
21 Oct 9 min

All The Details On SA Rugby's Special Meeting & Big Vote

South African and Springbok rugby is set to change and it might never be the same again. In this episode you will get a front row seat as we dive deep into a major development. SARU has a Special General Council meeting coming up and the stakes have never been…
14 Oct 5 min

Ultimate Deep Dive: Springboks Win The Rugby Championship

The Springboks have won the Rugby Championship and done so in fine style too. South Africa defeated Australia twice, New Zealand both times and Argentina once to win five of their six matches in this year's competition. In this episode Peter looks at how the Boks slayed the Wallabies, All…
7 Oct 20 min

Ultimate Review and Analysis: Springboks Thrash Argentina

The Springboks wrapped up the Rugby Championship by hammering Argentina 48-7 in Nelspruit. South Africa now have the Rugby World Cup, Rugby Championship, Mandela Plate, Freedom Cup, British and Irish Lions Series and Qatar Airways Cup in the trophy cabinet! In this episode, Peter assesses how the Springboks dismantled Los…
30 Sep 19 min

Ultimate Preview & Analysis: Springboks v Argentina

The Rugby Championship will be won ... or lost ... on Saturday when the Springboks host Los Pumas. In this in-depth preview Peter looks at the strengths and weaknesses of the two lineups. Both sides have made changes as Peter also comments on Eben Etzebeth, Pablo Matera and Manie Libbok…
27 Sep 23 min

Ultimate Analysis & Review: Springboks Lose To Argentina! - Front Row Rugby

On Saturday in Santiago Del Estero Argentina defeated world champions South Africa in the Rugby Championship. The Springboks could have wrapped up the competition but this victory by Los Pumas means they can still win it too. In this episode Peter breaks down what went wrong for the Springboks at…
23 Sep 22 min

The Ultimate Preview: Springboks v Argentina

On Saturday South Africa take on Argentina in Santiago Del Estero in the Rugby Championship. If the world champion Springboks can beat Los Pumas they will win the competition for the first time since 2019. But the Argentines are formidable opponents, having already beaten the All Blacks and Wallabies in…
20 Sep 20 min

Springbok Team For Argentina Test Named!

This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has made 10 changes to his starting team for the Rugby Championship Test against Argentina on Saturday. Regular captain Siya Kolisi is out altogether while Eben Etzebeth will start on the bench as Salmaan Moerat skippers…
18 Sep 9 min

History Beckons For The Springboks! Early Argentina Preview

The podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel The Springboks can make history by winning a full edition of the Rugby Championship for the first time. They have won it previously in 2019 and of course the old Tri-Nations three times. Rassie Erasmus has chosen to leave seven…
16 Sep 10 min

Springbok Captain Siya Kolisi Joins The Sharks!

This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has left French Top 14 club Racing 92 and is back in Durban to play for the Sharks. In this episode I examine whether or not this is a good move, and speculate on how the…
11 Sep 9 min

Ultimate Analysis & Review: Springboks Beat The All Blacks Again!

South Africa have beaten New Zealand 18-12 in Cape Town to edge a step closer towards winning the Rugby Championship. What's more, the Springboks have reclaimed the Freedom Cup after the All Blacks held it since 2010. In this episode, Peter breaks down the contest including the tries by Malcolm…
9 Sep 32 min
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