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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
318 Episodes
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Who The Springboks Will Face At The 2027 Rugby World Cup!

The draw for the 2027 Rugby World Cup has taken place and the Springboks can feel satisfied with their draw ... at least as far as their pool is concerned. But danger lurks in the quarter-finals ... perhaps! This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel.
3 Dec 11 min

Who Will The Springboks Face At Rugby World Cup 2027?

The 2027 Rugby World Cup draw is set to take place in just a couple of days, and the Springboks are ready. But the Springboks might also prefer to avoid certain nations in their pool ... like host nation Australia, for example. This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby…
2 Dec 9 min

Springboks Crush Wales In Cardiff: Top Five Hot Takes

The Springboks signed off for 2025 with a crushing win over Wales in Cardiff. Yes, the Welsh were significantly weakened by having to make 13 changes, but the Springboks still blew them away 73-0. In this episode Peter details his top five takeaways from this crushing defeat. This podcast originates…
1 Dec 19 min

Springboks Aim To Wallop Wales: The Ultimate Preview

The Springboks finish their end-of-year tour against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday. This Test takes place outside the Test window meaning both sides have made a plethora of changes. But whereas the Springboks still have several Rugby World Cup winners in their ranks, the Welsh have made 13 changes which…
28 Nov 15 min

Unbelievable! Matt Williams Praises The Springboks!

Springbok super critic Matt Williams appears to have changed his tune. The former Scotland coach is now full of praise for the Springboks. And in this episode Peter details this stunning turnaround. This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel
25 Nov 8 min

Springbok Break Ireland Hoodoo: Top Five Take Aways!

The Springboks have won in Dublin for the first time since 2012. The world champions proving too strong for Ireland at the Aviva Stadium 24-13. In this episode Peter details the top five things he noticed in this latest Springbok victory. This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube…
24 Nov 22 min

Springboks v Ireland Grudge Match: The Ultimate Preview!

The Springboks meet Ireland in Dublin on Saturday in one of the sport's greatest grudge matches. The Springboks have experienced unprecedented success winning each of the last two Rugby World Cup, the two most recent editions of the Rugby Championship. They also hold the Freedom Cup, Mandela Plate, Qatar Airways…
21 Nov 17 min

Stephen Jones Tries To Erase Springboks' Good Deeds

Veteran rugby writer Stephen Jones has come out with an awful take claiming that "no one ever lifted a finger" to help Argentine rugby. Well that's not true. South Africa have done plenty to help Argentina. The Springboks and Los Pumas are basically brothers. And in this episode Peter destroys…
19 Nov 10 min

Springboks 2026 Fixtures Revealed! Plus A Brand New Competition!

The 2026 Springbok fixtures are out! And here's your opportunity to get a first look at who we are playing, when and where. Peter takes you on a journey in this episode to the Bok matches for 2026 plus he explains why the games are structured the way they are…
19 Nov 10 min

How The Springboks Overcame Italy & The Referees!

The Springboks defeated Italy 32-14 despite some shocking refereeing decisions. In this episode Peter picks his top five takeaways after this latest Springbok victory. This podcast originates from the Front Row Rugby YouTube Channel
17 Nov 16 min

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
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