Front Row Rugby

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 But now it seems the strategy has become outdated and maybe even obsolete.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

How The Springboks Inflicted A Record Defeat On The All Blacks

The rugby world champion Springboks have annihilated New Zealand 43-10 in Wellington. This Rugby Championship defeat is the heaviest-ever suffered by the All Blacks. And in this episode Peter details how the Springboks came good in New Zealand's capital city in one of the all-time great displays by the Boks…

15 Sep 19 min

Why Wellington Could Be The Springboks' Best Chance In New Zealand

The Springboks face the All Blacks for one last time this year in the Rugby Championship. This Test takes place in Wellington - a city where South Africa has experienced success before. But the Springboks made a lot of mistakes last week in Auckland. Can the world champions turn it…

12 Sep 16 min

Why Wellington Could Be The Springboks' Best Chance In New Zealand

The Springboks face the All Blacks for one last time this year in the Rugby Championship. This Test takes place in Wellington - a city where South Africa has experienced success before. But the Springboks made a lot of mistakes last week in Auckland. Can the world champions turn it…

11 Sep 10 min

Is This The End of Captain Siya Kolisi's Springbok Career?

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi's international future is in doubt. Apparently. Kolisi was sensationally dumped as Bok captain ahead of South Africa's Test against New Zealand last week in Auckland. Siya did play but he was not the skipper. In this episode Peter explains why Kolisi's apparent demotion was nothing but…

9 Sep 6 min

Springboks Unable To Overcome Biggest Challenge In Rugby

The All Blacks have beaten the Springboks to continue their incredible unbeaten streak at Eden Park. In this episode Peter details the top five things he has come away with after this Rugby Championship match in Auckland. This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel

8 Sep 14 min

Can the Springboks Break Eden Park’s 31-Year Curse?

The Springboks take on the All Blacks at their fortress Eden Park on Saturday. Can the world champions pull off a famous victory at New Zealand's so-called holy ground? In order to do that they'll need everything to go their way but one little-known statistic counts heavily in South Africa's…

3 Sep 9 min

Inside Rassie’s Perfect Springboks Record vs The All Blacks

The Springboks face the All Blacks in New Zealand in one of the most difficult challenges in all of sport. But perhaps the world champion Boks have a secret weapon in their armoury. Beloved head coach Rassie Erasmus has an unbeaten record against the kiwis on New Zealand soil as…

2 Sep 6 min

Springboks vs All Blacks: Inside Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry

The Springboks and the All Blacks make up the greatest rivalry in all of rugby. And in this episode Peter takes a look at the history of this marvellous matchup. Get ready to take a journey into the famous series played between the Springboks and the All Blacks on New…

1 Sep 7 min

Will The Springboks Beat the All Blacks at Eden Park?

The Springboks face the most difficult challenge in rugby: Beating the All Blacks at Eden Park. Can our world champions do it? In this episode Peter explains why he believe the Boks can pull it off. But there are a few things that need to fall in place ... all…

31 Aug 8 min

Who Is The Best Springbok Flyhalf? Handre Pollard or Manie Libbok

Who should be the Springbok flyhalf? Some say Handre Pollard. Others say Manie Libbok. And in this episode Peter is joined by rugby fixer, podcaster (8-9 Combo, The Lekker Rugby Pod and writer (The Roar), Harry Jones to settle the debate once and for all. Let's determine who the right…

29 Aug 33 min

Why There Is No Need For The Springboks To Panic!

The Springboks' unimpressive performances in 2025 have left some Bok fans unhappy. Some have even called for coach Rassie Erasmus to go! But in this episode Peter explains why there is actually no need to panic. At least not just yet anyway! This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby…

28 Aug 10 min

Revealed! Springbok Squad For Historic All Blacks Series

Dr Rassie Erasmus has named his Springbok squad to do battle and defend our honour against the All Blacks in New Zealand. In this episode Peter gives his thoughts on the squad and reveals who he would select in the first Test at Eden Park! This podcast originates from the…

26 Aug 12 min

Springboks’ Victory Masks Alarming Weaknesses

The Springboks are off the mark in the 2025 Rugby Championship thanks to a 30-22 win over Australia in Cape Town. But South Africa's fans seem to still be unconvinced by the rugby world champions. In this episode Peter looks at how the Springboks performed and identifies the areas that…

25 Aug 12 min

Springboks-Wallabies Preview: Can We Avoid Another Disaster?

The Springboks have their backs to the wall ahead of their second Rugby Championship Test against Australia. In Cape Town the Springboks will be fighting for redemption and aiming to restore pride. But the Wallabies will be determined. This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel

22 Aug 13 min

World Rugby Admit They Need Springbok Boss Rassie!

World Rugby has seldom held a high opinion of Springbok rugby coach Rassie Erasmus. But now in a stunning reversal, the sport's global governing body has actually admitted that they need the Springbok boss and that Rassie is actually good for the sport! In this episode Peter details exactly what…

21 Aug 7 min