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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.
Weekly English South Africa Rugby · Sports
169 Episodes
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Springboks Lead, All Blacks Follow: Scott Robertson’s Bold Plan

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has shocked the world by announcing he is going to ask his bosses to copy the Rugby World Cup champions South Africa's recipe for success. The Springboks select overseas-based players in a sport where many countries only choose domestic-based players. This strategy has proved very…
27 Nov 9 min

World Rugby’s Greatest: Springbok Pieter-Steph Du Toit’s Moment of Glory

On Sunday In Monaco, Springbok double world champion Pieter-Steph Du Toit was named World Rugby Player of the Year for the second time. Pieter-Steph has battled back from career-threatening injuries as well as being close to having his leg amputated. But nothing can stop this legend of Springbok rugby it…
26 Nov 10 min

Springboks Defeat Wales: The Ultimate Breakdown & Analysis

The Rugby World Cup champion Springboks defeated Wales 45-12 on Saturday in Cardiff to end the year on a high. It is the first time since 2013 that South Africa have gone undefeated on an end of year, November tour. The Boks have also now won 11 of their last…
25 Nov 17 min

Springboks v Wales: The Ultimate Preview & Breakdown

The Springboks face Wales on Saturday aiming for a year-end tour clean sweep for the first time since 2013. By all accounts the world champions are overwhelming favourites to get the job done. In this episode Peter tries to find a way in which the Welsh can make life as…
22 Nov 17 min

What We Know About A New U.S.-Based Rugby League

A brand new global franchise-based rugby competition is set to emerge from the United States of America in 2026. In this episode, Peter breaks down everything we know so far and what the implications might be for the Springboks and other major international rugby teams.
21 Nov 15 min

New Rugby Laws: What It Means For The Springboks

World Rugby is introducing new laws and more law variations to be implemented from January 1st. Some may or may not negatively affect the Springboks. In this episode Peter expertly breaks it down for you to better understand what exactly is going on. This podcast originates from the Front Row…
20 Nov 9 min

Springbok Stars Dominate World Rugby Awards Nominations

World Rugby announced the nominees for the upcoming Awards this Sunday in Monaco and several Springbok stars are among those in line for accolades. In this episode, Peter discusses the Boks who could win prestigious awards and also looks at the other award nominations and tells you how you can…
19 Nov 5 min

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
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