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Francois Pienaar and Nelson Mandela - 1995

The Springboks' seven most iconic moments in Rugby World Cups down the years

Springbok fans have been treated to many iconic moments at Rugby World Cups over the years. As we gear up for yet another global showpiece, here are seven moments that stand out above the rest.

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Brilliant Boks secure their greatest ever victory over All Blacks

The Springboks sounded a major warning to their World Cup rivals in France with an emphatic 35-7 victory over the All Blacks in front of a jam-packed Twickenham Stadium.

Siya Kolisi

Kolisi promises Boks will give it their all in final World Cup warm-up

It doesn't get much bigger than a match against the All Blacks at a sold-out Twickenham, and Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has assured fans they will be holding nothing back come Friday.

Salmaan Moerat

Stormers unveil Salmaan Moerat as new captain for 2023/24 season

Springbok lock Salmaan Moerat has been named as the new Stormers captain ahead of the 2023/24 season.

Aaron Smith and Beauden Barrett

All Blacks name potent XV to face Springboks

New Zealand head coach Ian Foster has named an experienced XV to face the World Champion Springboks on Friday in London at Twickenham.

Andre Esterhuizen

Esterhuizen looking forward to new centre partnership with Moodie

Springbok centre Andre Esterhuizen on Wednesday gave his new midfield partner Canan Moodie his full backing as the Boks prepare for the All Blacks in their final RWC warm-up game at Twickenham on Friday.