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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
242 Episodes
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Springboks’ Old Age Crisis: Will They Survive to 2027?

Are there too many old Springboks and will Father Time catch up with them before the next Rugby World Cup? In this episode Peter explores the ages of the current Bok squad and tries to determine who can make it to Australia, and who's time is up! This podcast originates…
17 Jun 13 min

Springbok Squad: Who’s In & Who’s Out In 2025

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named his squad for the first four matches of the 2025 season. There are a few surprises and omissions. Some fans are angry while others are very happy. In this episode Peter breaks down the full squad and plays around with combinations to see just…
12 Jun 18 min

Why You NEVER Get Married on a Springbok Test Day!

Who in their right mind gets married on the day the Springboks are playing? Quite a few people in fact. In this episode Peter discusses this madness and describes how he has coped with this inconvenience in the past. This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel
9 Jun 7 min

The All Blacks Ship Is Sinking Thanks To South Africa

The Springboks are thriving since South Africa left Super Rugby but now former All Blacks are calling for South Africa to return. They say the absence of South African players in their competition is weakening their game, their Super teams and the All Blacks themselves. But, as Peter explains in…
5 Jun 9 min

Springbok Jaden Hendrikse: Hero, Villain … or Just a Joker?

On Saturday, while playing in the URC, Springbok scrumhalf Jaden Hendrikse caused a stir when he winked at Munster opponent Jack Crowley. Hendrikse was on the ground receiving treatment for an injured calf. But Crowley's space was occupied with him being next up in a kicking competition. Was Hendrikse really…
3 Jun 12 min

Who Is The Fastest Springbok Of All-Time?

We know some of our Springboks in the past have had some serious gas. Even today we have Boks who possess express pace. But if we had to put together an all-time list, who would rank where? In today's episode that is exactly what Peter is putting together for you…
3 Jun 11 min

Rugby’s Dumbest Idea Yet? The Club World Cup Explained

World Rugby has announced the creation of a Club World Cup starting in 2028, to be held every four years. Some fans are very excited, but the general feeling seems to be more on the negative side. Do we really need this? In this episode Peter examines what is going…
30 May 9 min

Are Springbok Test Match Tickets Too Expensive?

Are Springbok Test match ticket prices too high? In this episode Peter looks at the prices for 2025 Springbok Tests, compares them to what our UK counterparts are paying and even uses an inflation calculator to see if Springbok fans are being treated fairly in this area. This podcast originates…
27 May 10 min

Hilarious! All Blacks Want a Springbok-Style Bomb Squad Now!

In an unbelievable twist, the All Blacks are now considering their own Bomb Squad - the tactic so successfully used by Rugby World Cup champions South Africa. The Springboks have pioneered 6-2 and 7-1 bench splits over the last few seasons to the chagrin of many an international pundit, including…
26 May 7 min

The Springboks Are a Gold Mine & The All Blacks Are Sinking

The Springboks are one of world sport's most valuable brands but SARU is only just beginning to take advantage. This is exciting news for South African rugby ... and bad news for our rivals, like the All Blacks. This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel
22 May 9 min

The Secret Behind Springbok Dominance

The Springboks are dominant in world rugby right now and South Africa's schools rugby system is largely credited with creating a pipeline to ensure this success. Yet the Junior Springboks have struggled for some time. What is going on? In this episode Peter attempts to answer that question. This podcast…
21 May 11 min

Full Breakdown Of What A Springbok Rugby Player Earns

In this episode Peter reveals what Springbok and South African rugby players earn. Some say they earn too much but in this report you might find that the truth is rather a different story. This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel
20 May 13 min

Every Springbok Logo Ever. And The One We Must Bring Back!

Every few years the Springboks change their logo. Is it time for a new emblem for our four-time rugby world champions? In this episode Peter takes a trip down memory lane and showcases every Springbok logo ever going back to 1906 and proposes a plan for a new Bok logo!…
19 May 12 min

Epic Fail? Rating The Junior Springboks Recent Performances

The Junior Springboks have completed their Under-20 Rugby Championship and finished a disappointing third, winning just one of their three matches. It includes two disappointing defeats from winning positions. Despite the losses, there were positives and in this episode Peter gives an honest assessment of the Junior Springboks' strengths and…
14 May 15 min

How Did The Junior Springboks Throw It Away Again?

The Junior Springboks surged into a 19-0 lead after just 13 minutes against New Zealand in the Under-20 Rugby Championship. But the Baby All Blacks came storming back to eventually win. It means South Africa throw away another promising lead in this competition. In this episode Peter looks at the…
12 May 13 min

British & Irish Lions 2025: Who Makes The Springboks?

The 2025 British and Irish Lions squad has been announced to much fanfare. They tour Australia for three Tests in July. But how would these Lions compare man-for-man against South Africa's four-time Rugby World Cup champions, the Springboks? In this episode Peter asks the question, how many Lions would make…
9 May 11 min

Junior Springboks' DISASTROUS Collapse: What Went Wrong?

South Africa's Junior Springboks suffered a bad defeat to Australia in the Under-20 Rugby Championship in Gqeberha on Tuesday. The 29-24 final score truly flattered the young South Africans and in this episode Peter details what went wrong for the Junior Boks and discusses why he thinks, despite the dismal…
7 May 11 min

Springbok Enemy Ben Smith Has Gone Too Far This Time

New Zealand rugby journalist Ben Smith specialises in antagonising Springbok supporters. Smith routinely baits South African rugby fans with his provocative posts on social media. In this episode Peter addresses the latest nonsense posted by Smith and how it in fact does not relate at all to the Springboks. This…
5 May 13 min

Junior Springboks Shine In Epic Comeback Win!

The Junior Springboks kicked off their Under-20 Rugby Championship campaign with a good win over Argentina. The young South Africans looked good in most areas but also faced adversity against Los Pumitas. In this episode Peter gives the best breakdown on how the boys performed and why there is reason…
3 May 10 min

Springboks 2025 Test Match Ticket Details Revealed

Details of Springbok Test match tickets for 2025 have been revealed! In this episode Peter breaks down where to get them and when they'll be available. There is also an important detail we do not yet know regarding the ticket. Find out what it is in this exciting Front Row…
1 May 11 min
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