Front Row Rugby

The Truth About South African Club Rugby They Don't Want You To Know

Naka Bulls are the Gold Cup champions. That makes them the champion club team in South Africa. But away from the glory lies an uncomfortable truth about the daily battles facing South African rugby clubs. In this episode, Peter is joined by Naka Bulls Director of Rugby Marinus Van Der…

13 Nov 22 min

REVENGE: Springboks Brace For France Challenge!

Six Nations champions France are baying for Springbok blood! The French host the world champion Springboks at the Stade de France in Paris on Saturday night in a 2023 Rugby World Cup quarter-final. Many in France still feel their team were unlucky to lose to South Africa that night. Now…

7 Nov 15 min

Who Will Join The Springboks At The 2027 Rugby World Cup?

Samoa, Namibia, Belgium and Brazil are gathering in Dubai for the 2027 Rugby World Cup Final Qualification Tournament. The winner will join the Springboks and 22 other teams in Australia in two years' time. Ahead of the first round of matches, Peter previews the tournament and shares what he thinks…

6 Nov 10 min

Imagine The All Blacks Never Beat The Springboks Ever Again!

The Springboks are on a hot streak against their greatest rivals, the All Blacks. Some in New Zealand are panicking about what the future might hold. In this episode Peter looks at what South Africa is doing right and where the kiwis are falling short .. and importantly, asks the…

30 Oct 16 min

Rassie’s Springboks Are Chasing Mission:Impossible !

The Springboks embark on their end-of-year tour aiming to emulate a piece of history. The last time the Boks toured at the end of their season to play as many as five Tests was in 2004. And the last time they toured and won all five at the end of…

29 Oct 11 min

Is This The End For These Springbok World Cup Heroes?

Doctor Rassie Erasmus has named his Springbok squad for the 2025 end-of-year tour. But some Springbok stalwarts like Bongi Mbonambi, Faf De Klerk, Vincent Koch and Willie Le Roux have been omitted. This has begged the question: Is this the end of the line for these Springbok warriors? Peter tries…

24 Oct 10 min

The 2026 Springboks-All Blacks Tour Will Blow Your Mind

It's been announced and confirmed: The All Blacks will tour South Africa for the first time since 1996, including four Tests against the rugby world champion SPRINGBOKS! In this episode Peter looks back at the last full tour, nearly three decades ago, compares the state of play to today, and…

20 Oct 16 min

The Springboks Will Laugh At This Outlandish Claim

Unbelievably Scotland Number Eight Jack Dempsey has come out to claim it is easier to win the Rugby World Cup than the Six Nations. Understandably Springbok supporters have felt insulted by this outrageous claim. But does it have any merit? Well in this episode Peter looks into it, tries to…

15 Oct 10 min

How The Springboks Are Affected by New World Rugby Laws

World Rugby, well intentioned, has introduced fresh proposals around player welfare, limiting the number of matches a professional rugby player can play each year. How will this affect the Springboks? What will this mean for South African rugby? And will this even get off the ground? In this episode Peter…

13 Oct 9 min

Why The Springboks’ Golden Era is Only Just Getting Started!

The Springboks have made history by winning back-to-back Rugby Championships for the first time in their history. In this video Peter details the journey to securing the title for the second straight year. And explains why the Springboks are only just getting started. This podcast originates from the Front Row…

9 Oct 11 min

Springbok Legend Jean De Villiers Picks His Best Bok Backline

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…

8 Oct 29 min

Honest Review Of Springbok Legend Eben Etzebeth's Autobiography

Springbok legend Eben Etzebeth has released his autobiography. In this episode Peter gives his honest opinion on this book in which the Springbok all-time record cap-holder writes about his life in and around rugby. This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel

7 Oct 13 min

Springboks' Historic Win Over Argentina: Top Five Hot Takes

The Springboks have won the Rugby Championship back-to-back for the first time in their history. In this episode Peter details how the Boks made history thanks to a win over Argentina at Twickenham in London. This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel

6 Oct 14 min

Can The Springboks Conquer Argentina for Back-To-Back Glory?

The Springboks are on the cusp of history. South Africa have never won the Tri-Nations or the Rugby Championship back-to-back. But if the Boks beat Argentina at Twickenham in London, they will lift the trophy in consecutive seasons for the first time in their history. In this episode Peter gives…

3 Oct 8 min

Matt Williams Admits He Was Wrong About The Springboks!

Springboks Super Critic Matt Williams appears to have finally accepted the world champions and coach Rassie Erasmus were right all along. In this episode Peter details what the former Scotland coach has had to say, analyses its sincerity, responds and also gives Rassie's response to what Williams has had to…

1 Oct 8 min

Can the Springboks Conquer Argentina’s Ferocious Pumas?

The Springboks face Argentina in the Rugby Championship with much at stake. While the Boks cannot win the tournament this weekend, a win over Los Pumas will go a long way towards securing the title for the second straight year - something South Africa have never done. In this episode…

26 Sep 9 min

Why The Springboks Should Quit The Rugby Championship

This is the last year The Rugby Championship will be held in its current guise until at least 2029. This begs the question, is this competition still relevant and has the time come to abandon it? In this episode Peter details the history of the competition and explains why he…

26 Sep 13 min

Springbok Legend Victor Matfield Picks His All-Time Bok Pack

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…

24 Sep 28 min

Springbok Coach Rassie Erasmus' Critics Were Dead Wrong

Incredibly there were Springbok rugby fans who were calling for Dr Rassie Erasmus' head after two recent defeats. This flew in the face of his previous 24 wins in 28 Tests, including leading the Springboks to every available trophy. In this episode Peter debunks the absurdity of the idea that…

22 Sep 10 min

Have The Springboks Abandoned Their Bomb Squad Tactic?

The Springboks are famous for their 6-2 and 7-1 Bomb Squad bench splits. But now it seems the strategy has become outdated and maybe even obsolete. In this episode Peter explores the new way Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus is going about his business and why it spells bad news for…

17 Sep 8 min