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In the semi-final, Curry had accused South Africa’s Bongi Mbonambi of making a racist comment. When congratulating the Springboks on winning their fourth World Cup, the South African government seemed to be making fun of the racism controversy surrounding Tom Curry. They said, “the Webb Ellis [Cup] is in South Africa’s kant!!” Curry had complained to referee Ben O’Keeffe that the Springboks hooker had called him a “white c—” during England’s semi-final loss, but there was not enough evidence to initiate disciplinary action against Bongi Mbonambi of South Africa, according to a World Rugby investigation. In addition to complaining to…
Harlequins will get a star lock from the Springboks. The Springbok lock Danelle Lochner has joined the ranks of her national team teammates who are pursuing opportunities abroad by signing with Harlequins Women. After Aseza Hele in her first season and Babalwa Latsha in her second, Lochner is the third South African to join the London club. HARLEQUIN STAR SIGNS FOR SPRINGBOKS Lindelwa Gwala (Ealing Trailfinders), Catha Jacobs (Leicester Tigers), and Amber Schonert (Sale Sharks) will also compete in this season’s tournament. Lochner, who plays rugby for DHL Western Province and Brackenfell Rugby Club, is thrilled to be joining Harlequins.…
Ian Foster, the former All Blacks coach, makes fun of NZR and the media Ian Foster, the departing coach of the All Blacks, took a jab at New Zealand Rugby (NZR) a few days after he officially left the position. Foster, who had advised NZR to postpone choosing a coach until after the World Cup, was formally replaced on Wednesday, the day the defeated All Blacks returned to New Zealand from France, by former Crusaders coach Scott Robertson. Foster said to Newstalk ZB on Friday morning, “I wouldn’t say there was a lack of trust, I just think when you…
Rugby World Cup: With his ‘Wenkant’ shirt, Springboks hooker Bongi Mbonambi rekindles the racism controversy England flanker Tom Curry claimed that he was subjected to racial abuse by Bongi Mbonambi during the team’s trophy parade in Cape Town, but South Africa hasn’t stopped making fun of him for it. Geordin Hill-Lewis, the mayor of Cape Town, gave Springboks hooker Mbonambi a shirt that said “Wenkant,” which translates from Afrikaans as “winning side.” Following an open-top bus parade, the Rugby World Cup winning team gathered outside City Hall. Hill-Lewis introduced himself and said he wanted to give Mbonambi a gift before…
Following an incredibly fruitful tenure as the Springbok coach, Jacques Nienaber will be departing from the team. Coach Nienaber will surely be a great asset to Leinster, where he will be working under Leo Cullen. His résumé includes two Rugby World Cup victories and one British & Irish Lions Tour victory. Rugby in South Africa and Ireland has a strong relationship already, and this move opens up even more possibilities. Until a replacement for the position, Rassie Erasmus will assume the coaching duties. Needless to say, SARU has made it clear that they will take their time hiring a new…
Roger Federer, a well-known athlete, joined Springboks captain Siya Kolisi in celebrating South Africa’s victory in the Rugby World Cup. Twenty-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer joined Kolisi on Instagram Live to celebrate with his one million followers. From the top of the Springboks tour bus, the star tennis player from Switzerland is seen soaking in the sights. He said, “Amazing, Siya, well done again, enjoy it!” in a clip taken from the live stream that was shared on the social media site X, which was formerly known as Twitter. …
Following the release of a video showing the Springboks “ignoring” the Kaizer Chiefs’ guard of honor at the FNB stadium on Thursday, social media users were left in stitches. The Boks, who have now won the Webb Ellis Cup four times in their history, have started a national trophy tour. Thursday was the start of the tour, which runs through Sunday in Pretoria. The Springboks played their final game of the Gauteng tour on Thursday at the FNB Stadium, to the cheers of thousands of supporters. …
Predicted starting lineup for West Ham vs. Brentford: Four significant adjustments as the Hammers deal a double blow The most recent information about the West Ham United squad, injury reports, and expected starting lineup before their Premier League encounter against Brentford. After a highly assured home performance on Wednesday, West Ham eliminated Arsenal from the Carabao Cup, and they will be ecstatic. Declan Rice, who left the team during the summer transfer window to join the Emirates for £100 million, made a very poor comeback to the London Stadium. The Irons needed a pick-me moment after going four games without…
These four Springboks are going to be missed. When South Africa defeated the All Blacks from New Zealand in their final Rugby World Cup, there were probably four senior Springboks involved. In order to defeat the All Blacks and win their fourth Rugby World Cup, the Springboks put on a brave show. It’s possible that we won’t see these four stars at the tournament again, but what an incredible journey it has been. ARE SENIOR SPRINGBOKS GOING TO BEFORE THE RUGBY WORLD CUP? The Rugby World Cup squad for South Africa included only four players who were born in the…
Wayne Barnes retires: Rugby World Cup final referee calls it quits Referee Wayne Barnes, who officiated the World Cup final between South Africa and the All Blacks, has announced his retirement from the game, citing the frequency of online threats and abuse that has become unbearable for all rugby players. With 111 test matches under his belt since his first in 2006, the 44-year-old ends up as the most seasoned referee in the annals of international rugby. However, Barnes’ announcement comes less than a week after Telegraph Sport disclosed that he and his spouse, Polly, had received death threats and…