‘We love you South Africa’: Kolisi pride after World Cup win
5 years, 2 months ago

‘We love you South Africa’: Kolisi pride after World Cup win

LA Times  

South Africa celebrates after scoring against England at the Rugby World Cup final at International Yokohama Stadium in Japan. Led by the first black captain in the Springboks’ 128-year rugby history, South Africa’s multiracial squad swept to a record-tying third World Cup title by overpowering England in a 32-12 victory on Saturday. “A team like this — we come from different backgrounds, different races — came together with one goal.” Among the post-match celebrations was the poignant sight of Kolisi being joined on the winner’s podium by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who was wearing a Springboks jersey with No. It evoked memories of South Africa’s first World Cup triumph in 1995 and Nelson Mandela — the country’s president at the time — wearing the No. England never led in the final — all of its points came through penalties by Owen Farrell — and barely got near South Africa’s tryline.

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What makes South Africa the ‘mentality monsters’ of rugby
2 months ago

What makes South Africa the ‘mentality monsters’ of rugby

The Telegraph  

Pieter-Steph du Toit, the formidable Springboks flanker, is renowned as a man of momentous deeds rather than words. South Africa had just edged out New Zealand 12-11 in Paris, completing a remarkable hat-trick of one-point wins to secure successive tournament victories. South Africa possess many desirable assets as a team: immense experience, cohesion, depth and a destructive scrum. Still, notwithstanding …

South Africa spring late shock on New Zealand to claim memorable victory in Johannesburg
4 months, 1 week ago

South Africa spring late shock on New Zealand to claim memorable victory in Johannesburg

The Independent  

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‘Free at last’: When South Africa voted in democracy, kicked out apartheid
8 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Free at last’: When South Africa voted in democracy, kicked out apartheid

Al Jazeera  

Al Jazeera’s Mike Hanna covered the transition from apartheid to democracy. Onlookers erupted in a refrain that I’d heard at so many protest meetings through the dark apartheid years: “Viva Mandela, viva, viva the ANC, viva.” He shuffled forward to where some microphones had been positioned, the smile fading as he acknowledged the import of what had just happened in …

The surprising reason Roger Federer was seen celebrating South Africa's World Cup win over New Zealand as he joined Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth for a picture with the Web Ellis Cup
1 year, 2 months ago

The surprising reason Roger Federer was seen celebrating South Africa's World Cup win over New Zealand as he joined Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth for a picture with the Web Ellis Cup

Daily Mail  

Fans may have been surprised to have seen Roger Federer wearing a South Africa jersey when he was in attendance of the Rugby World Cup final on Saturday. Roger Federer attended the Rugby World Cup final wearing a South Africa t-shirt The 20-time Grand Slam champion was seen with his head in his hands during the tense match between New …

South Africa stars on the ‘never-say-die attitude’ behind World Cup success
1 year, 2 months ago

South Africa stars on the ‘never-say-die attitude’ behind World Cup success

The Independent  

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Kolisi inspires South Africa to a place in history with a fourth Rugby World Cup title
1 year, 2 months ago

Kolisi inspires South Africa to a place in history with a fourth Rugby World Cup title

The Hindu  

Siya Kolisi clutched the Webb Ellis Cup tightly and then raised it high after helping South Africa make Rugby World Cup history with a fourth title, earning himself a place among the greats as only the second captain to win it back-to-back. “It’s real for us, we care for each other, we care for our country.” It was a hard …

South Africa hold off New Zealand to win record fourth Rugby World Cup
1 year, 2 months ago

South Africa hold off New Zealand to win record fourth Rugby World Cup

Al Jazeera  

Defending champions kick their way to 12-11 win after All Blacks captain Sam Cane became first player to be red-carded in a final. South Africa produced a magnificent defensive display to edge 14-man New Zealand 12-11 in a compelling arm-wrestle of a Rugby World Cup final and win the Webb Ellis Cup for a record fourth time. Frizell did come …

Siya Kolisi echos Mandela as he calls on South Africans to unite and ‘make a better country’
1 year, 2 months ago

Siya Kolisi echos Mandela as he calls on South Africans to unite and ‘make a better country’

The Independent  

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Kolisi inspires South Africa to a place in history with a fourth Rugby World Cup title
1 year, 2 months ago

Kolisi inspires South Africa to a place in history with a fourth Rugby World Cup title

Associated Press  

PARIS — Siya Kolisi clutched the Webb Ellis Cup tightly then raised it high after helping South Africa make Rugby World Cup history with a fourth title, earning himself a place among the greats as only the second captain to win it back-to-back. “It’s real for us, we care for each other, we care for our country.” It was a …

Undisputed champions? Why New Zealand v South Africa is more than just the Rugby World Cup final
1 year, 2 months ago

Undisputed champions? Why New Zealand v South Africa is more than just the Rugby World Cup final

The Independent  

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Springboks set for rematch of day that ‘changed South Africa forever’
1 year, 2 months ago

Springboks set for rematch of day that ‘changed South Africa forever’

The Independent  

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World Cup 2023: Quinton de Kock's 174 helps South Africa outplay Bangladesh, collect fourth win in five outings
1 year, 2 months ago

World Cup 2023: Quinton de Kock's 174 helps South Africa outplay Bangladesh, collect fourth win in five outings

Firstpost  

De Kock brought up his third century of the ongoing World Cup in five meetings as South Africa posted a mammoth 382/5 on the board before bowling Bangladesh out for 233. Quinton de Kock smashed a breathtaking 174 off 140 deliveries to power South Africa to a commanding 149-run victory over Bangladesh in their ICC World Cup meeting in Mumbai …

Siya Kolisi praises South Africa after crucial bonus-point win over Argentina
2 years, 3 months ago

Siya Kolisi praises South Africa after crucial bonus-point win over Argentina

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T20 World Cup 2021: Obviously not 100% at the moment but I am building it up, says Temba Bavuma
3 years, 3 months ago

T20 World Cup 2021: Obviously not 100% at the moment but I am building it up, says Temba Bavuma

India TV News  

South Africa white-ball captain Temba Bavuma said that his right thumb is not 100% at the moment but he is building up to be fully fit ahead of the men's T20 World Cup in the UAE. It's obviously not 100% at the moment but I am building it up and everyone is happy with the progress thus far," Bavuma was …

World Cup winner Cheslin Kolbe: 2009 Lions tour fuelled my love of rugby
3 years, 7 months ago

World Cup winner Cheslin Kolbe: 2009 Lions tour fuelled my love of rugby

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Dane van Niekerk says South Africa hope to emulate Siya Kolisi's Springboks, win maiden ICC Women's T20 World Cup
4 years, 11 months ago

Dane van Niekerk says South Africa hope to emulate Siya Kolisi's Springboks, win maiden ICC Women's T20 World Cup

Firstpost  

The Springboks’ emotional World Cup triumph last year will inspire the South Africa women’s cricket team to try to emulate them at the Twenty20 World Cup in Australia, skipper Dane van Niekerk said on Sunday. Sydney: The Springboks’ emotional World Cup triumph last year will inspire the South Africa women’s cricket team to try to emulate them at the Twenty20 …

Mokoena goal gives South Africa win in Olympics qualifier
5 years, 1 month ago

Mokoena goal gives South Africa win in Olympics qualifier

The Hindu  

A brilliant Teboho Mokoena free-kick goal gave South Africa a 1-0 victory over the Ivory Coast Tuesday in a 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games qualifier in Cairo. Victory lifted South Africa to the top of Group B with four points, one more than the Ivory Coast and Nigeria, which defeated Zambia 3-1 in the second match of a double-header. In a …

Springboks’ victory parade brings joy across South Africa
5 years, 2 months ago

Springboks’ victory parade brings joy across South Africa

CNN  

CNN — Fezakele Kolisi was once forced to carry an identity document wherever he went in his own country. He’ll be accompanied by thousands of jubilant supporters, 30 Springbok teammates and the small golden Webb Ellis trophy he lifted last week as the 2019 Rugby World Cup winning captain. READ: Why South Africa’s Rugby World Cup victory means so much …

Rugby World Cup 2019: We come from different backgrounds, races but came together with one goal, says South Africa's triumphant captain Siya Kolisi
5 years, 2 months ago

Rugby World Cup 2019: We come from different backgrounds, races but came together with one goal, says South Africa's triumphant captain Siya Kolisi

Firstpost  

An emotional Kolisi, the first black man to captain the Springboks, devoted the Webb Ellis Cup to the people of South Africa and said he was so grateful for their support. Yokohama: Springbok captain Siya Kolisi said South Africa’s Rugby World Cup victory on Saturday showed what the nation could achieve if it pulled together to face its challenges. “We …

Rugby World Cup Final Heartbreak: South Africa beat England to win Webb Ellis Cup
5 years, 2 months ago

Rugby World Cup Final Heartbreak: South Africa beat England to win Webb Ellis Cup

Daily Mail  

Cancel the victory parade. England suffered heartbreak in the Rugby World Cup final as they were beaten by South Africa in a brutal contest in Japan South African captain Siya Kolisi lifts the Web Ellis Cup aloft as Springbok players go wild after becoming world champions South Africa players spray champagne other each other with their celebrations now expected to …

South Africa’s Rugby World Cup victory means so much more
5 years, 2 months ago

South Africa’s Rugby World Cup victory means so much more

CNN  

CNN — In isolation it’s just a rugby match. Springbok captain Siya Kolisi lifts the Webb Ellis Cup the Rugby World Cup 2019 Final match between England and South Africa. Gallo Images/Getty Images AsiaPac/Getty Images READ: South Africa stuns England to win Rugby World Cup and inspire a nation READ: Rugby World Cup final – as it happened A remarkable …

Rugby World Cup 2019: South Africa name Cheslin Kolbe in full-strength starting XV for quarter-final against Japan
5 years, 2 months ago

Rugby World Cup 2019: South Africa name Cheslin Kolbe in full-strength starting XV for quarter-final against Japan

Firstpost  

Electrifying speedster Cheslin Kolbe was named on the wing as South Africa announced a full-strength team on Thursday for this weekend’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final against hosts Japan. Tokyo: Electrifying speedster Cheslin Kolbe was named on the wing as South Africa announced a full-strength team on Thursday for this weekend’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final against hosts Japan. Right wing Kolbe …

South Africa are bad guys against loved hosts Japan... the world wants Springboks to lose
5 years, 2 months ago

South Africa are bad guys against loved hosts Japan... the world wants Springboks to lose

Daily Mail  

With all the talk of Japan’s flying Ferrari wingers, a flatterer from the press corps likened South Africa’s Willie Le Roux to a Rolls-Royce. Japan celebrate their memorable Rugby World Cup victory over Scotland last weekend In Tokyo on Sunday, if all goes according to plan, South Africa will take down Japan, negate their incredible freewheeling style, disregard their noble …

South Africa Rugby World Cup winner Chester Williams dies
5 years, 4 months ago

South Africa Rugby World Cup winner Chester Williams dies

Associated Press  

CAPE TOWN, South Africa — Chester Williams, the only black player on South Africa’s famed 1995 Rugby World Cup winning team, died on Friday of a heart attack. “A symbol of the rainbow nation, Chester’s name will forever epitomize a remarkable and transformational Rugby World Cup 1995. We’ve lost a great, engaging man far too soon.” Williams’ death came two …

Siya Kolisi: ‘No way I would’ve dreamed of being Springbok captain’
6 years ago

Siya Kolisi: ‘No way I would’ve dreamed of being Springbok captain’

CNN  

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on January 9, 2019. “When I was a kid, there’s no way I would’ve dreamed of being Springbok captain.” To many South Africans, Kolisi represents an impossible dream – from being born into desperate poverty during the final years of apartheid to becoming the country’s first black captain. Video Ad Feedback South Africa's …

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