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Front Row Rugby

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
265 Episodes
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What Might Have Been: Springboks At The 2015 Rugby World Cup

The Springboks finished third at the 2015 Rugby World Cup but it was only after a shock opening match defeat to Japan. South Africa turned things around beautifully by slaying Samoa, seeing off Scotland and usurping the USA before edging Wales in the quarter-finals. The Boks would come undone in…
11 Oct 2023 14 min

The Ultimate 2023 Rugby World Cup Pool Stage Review

The 2023 Rugby World Cup pool stage has seen some exciting matches. The host nation France have been successful, world number one Ireland have delivered, Fiji and Portugal have lit up the tournament with their upset victories and plenty more in between. In this video Luke Bowden from The Sports…
10 Oct 2023 29 min

Comparing The 2007 & 2019 Springbok World Cup Champions

The Springboks have had some sensational Rugby World Cup moments including three overall championships. In this Front Row Rugby episode Peter Stemmet compares the 2007 and 2019 Springbok heroes. Join Peter for a deep dive into the pre-tournament expectations, pool and opponent analysis, his own personal feelings throughout the two…
9 Oct 2023 26 min

We Were Robbed! The Springboks At The 2011 Rugby World Cup

The Springboks were screwed out of the 2011 Rugby World Cup by a shocking refereeing performance by Bryce Lawrence in the quarter-final against Australia in Wellington. Up to that moment South Africa had won a tight pool match against Wales before coming good against Fiji and Namibia and seeing off…
6 Oct 2023 16 min

Just How Good Were The 2007 Rugby World Champion Springboks?

South Africa came into the 2007 Rugby World Cup hoping to win the tournament but perhaps not expecting to do so. Coach Jake White had taken over with the team at its lowest point but rebuilt the squad and achieved the ultimate goal at the end of 2007 by winning…
4 Oct 2023 28 min

Comparing the 1995 & 2019 Springbok World Cup Champions

The Springboks have had some sensational Rugby World Cup moments including three overall championships. In this Front Row Rugby episode Peter Stemmet compares the 1995 and 2019 Springbok heroes. Join Peter for a deep dive into the pre-tournament expectations, pool and opponent analysis, his own personal feelings throughout the two…
3 Oct 2023 26 min

Springboks v Tonga: The Ultimate Rugby World Cup Review

Defending champions South Africa defeated Tonga 49-18in Marseille in their final pool match of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. In this video Peter is joined by fellow rugby YouTuber Peter Rugby Eate.r Don’t miss out on this deepdive into how the Springboks went about combatting and ultimately overcoming the Tongans…
2 Oct 2023 13 min

Springboks v Tonga: The Ultimate Rugby World Cup Preview

Defending champions South Africa face Tonga in Marseille in their final pool match of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. In this video Peter is joined by Paula Ngauamo, Tongan international hooker who is appearing at his third Rugby World Cup. Paula will provide unique insight into Tongan rugby while Peter…
1 Oct 2023 14 min

Springboks’ Lowest Moment: The 2003 Rugby World Story

South Africa came into the 2003 Rugby World Cup with low expectations. Having suffered 50-point defeats to New Zealand and England in the year leading up to the tournament the Boks were hoping to overachieve. It started well enough with a comprehensive win over Uruguay before the Springboks were exposed…
28 Sep 2023 22 min

Painfully Close: The 1999 Rugby World Springboks

South Africa came painfully close to winning the 1999 Rugby World Cup. The Springboks were eliminated in extra time in their semi-final against Australia, who would go on to win the tournament. In this Front Row Rugby video Peter looks back at the event and analyses the less than ideal…
27 Sep 2023 18 min

Springboks v Ireland The Ultimate Rugby World Cup Review

Defending champions South Africa were defeated by world number one Ireland 13-8 at the Stade De France in their third match of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. In this episode Peter analyses the match, the process, the tactics and the overall outcome. Don’t miss out on this deepdive into how…
25 Sep 2023 16 min

Comparing The 1995 & 2007 Springbok World Cup Champions

The Springboks have had some sensational Rugby World Cup moments including three overall championships. In this Front Row Rugby video Peter Stemmet compares the 1995 and 2007 Springbok heroes. Join Peter for a deep dive into the pre-tournament expectations, pool and opponent analysis, his own personal feelings throughout the two…
24 Sep 2023 26 min

Springboks v Ireland: The Ultimate Rugby World Cup Preview

Defending champions South Africa face Ireland at the Stade De France in their third match of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. In this video Peter is joined by Dion O’Cuinneagain, a double international with the Springbok Sevens and Ireland in the 1990s – he captained both teams to boot. Dion…
22 Sep 2023 14 min

Just How Special Were The 1995 Rugby World Champion Springboks?

South Africa famously won the Rugby World Cup in 1995 and united the nation. Relive the special memories as Front Row Rugby host Peter Stemmet recalls that special time in this retrospective review. From the pressure of having to win the opening match against Australia in Cape Town to the…
20 Sep 2023 27 min

Top 10 Best Springbok Rugby World Cup Moments

The Springboks have had some sensational Rugby World Cup moments. But which ones are the very best? In this Front Row Rugby video Peter Stemmet counts down the Top 10 Best Springbok Moments in Rugby World Cup history. Is your favourite moment in there?
19 Sep 2023 21 min

Springboks v Romania: The Ultimate Rugby World Cup Review

Defending champions South Africa hammered Romania 76-0 in Bordeaux in their second match of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. In this video Peter is joined by acclaimed rugby writer Louis De Villiers. Don’t miss out on this deepdive into how the Springboks went about combatting and ultimately overcoming Romania in…
18 Sep 2023 9 min

Springboks v Romania: The Ultimate Rugby World Cup Preview

Defending champions South Africa face Romania in Bordeaux in their second match of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. In this video Peter is joined by Lucian Mircescu, chairman of the Aurora Băicoi Sporting Club. Lucian provides unique insight on Romanian rugby from the national team to grassroots level and takes…
15 Sep 2023 21 min

Top 10 Biggest Upsets In Rugby World Cup History

The Rugby World Cup has been responsible for some sensational upsets. Japan, Uruguay and France have been responsible for some of the greatest shocks in the tournament’s history. But which ones are the very best? In this Front Row Rugby video Peter Stemmet counts down the Top 10 Biggest Upsets…
14 Sep 2023 11 min

Top 10 Best Moments In Rugby World Cup History

The Rugby World Cup has been responsible for some sensational moments. But which ones are the very best? In this Front Row Rugby video Peter Stemmet counts down the Top 10 Best Moments in Rugby World Cup history. Is your favourite moment in there?
13 Sep 2023 19 min

Springboks v Scotland: The Ultimate Rugby World Cup Review

Defending champions South Africa defeated Scotland 18-3 in Marseille in their opening match of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. In this video Peter is joined by acclaimed rugby writer Ken Borland. Don’t miss out on this deepdive into how the Springboks went about combatting and ultimately overcoming the world’s number-five…
12 Sep 2023 18 min
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