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Top 10 Sport24 articles of 2011

2011-12-06 14:45

From moments of ecstasy to those of tragedy, 2011 will go down in the sporting annuls as one of the more memorable in recent times.

Samoa tweeter avoids ban

2011-10-15 07:09

Samoa's Eliota Fuimaono-Sapolu has escaped punishment for critical tweets of ref Nigel Owens but was given a suspended ban.

Boks wary of Wallaby backs

2011-10-07 15:21

Springbok centre Jaque Fourie has said he believes his team's miserly defence will thwart Australia's dangerous backline.

Schalk rooting for Azzurri

2011-10-01 13:22

Schalk Burger has admitted he'll be cheering for an Italian victory over Ireland as South Africa prepare to face the Wallabies.

Samoan blasts 'racist' ref

2011-10-01 06:53
128 comments

The Samoan player who compared the World Cup to "slavery" has accused a referee of being racist in an expletive-filled Twitter rant.

My RWC curse is over - JDV

2011-09-30 16:15

Springbok centre Jean de Villiers has expressed delight at ending a World Cup match injury-free after his team's win over Samoa.

Boks make SA proud - Mbalula

2011-09-23 20:30

The three wins by the Springboks at the Rugby World Cup has made South Africa proud, Sports Minister Fikile Mbalula has said.

You said it!

2011-09-21 09:49

Sport24 readers comments on 'Lomu II' Alesana Tuilagi, Nick Mallett saving the Boks and a Samoan centre's rant at the IRB.

Gatland: Boks don't play rugby

2011-09-03 09:55
82 comments

Wales coach Warren Gatland has begun the mind-games ahead his team's RWC opener, saying the Boks "don't play any rugby".

Smit doubt looms over Boks

2011-09-03 06:36

South Africa's World Cup preparation has been shaken by questions over whether captain John Smit is the right man to lead them.

'Old' Bok tactics still work

2011-09-02 18:43

Fourie du Preez has said that the conservative tactics that landed the 2007 World Cup for the Springboks will still be effective.

Boks bid fond farewell

2011-09-01 16:03

The Springbok team is in high spirits as they prepare to bid a fond farewell to the people of South Africa.

Boks have RWC shot - Jones

2011-08-29 18:58

Former Australian coach, Eddie Jones, believes the Boks can win the World Cup, despite them finishing last in the Tri-Nations.

Smit lays down the gauntlet

2011-08-26 16:53

Springbok captain John Smit has challenged his team to create history by defending their World Cup title in New Zealand.

Bismarck denies Smit rift

2011-08-23 15:37
83 comments

Bok hooker Bismarck du Plessis has backed John Smit as he defended his display of anger after being substituted against the All Blacks.

Boks remind us of their brawn

2011-08-20 22:17
204 comments

It wasn’t pretty, but it was pretty darned effective as the Springboks banked some pre-World Cup pride against the All Blacks.

Victor: RWC won't spook Boks

2011-08-19 22:07

Victor Matfield has said the Springboks will not be distracted by the World Cup when they take on the All Blacks in Port Elizabeth.

Du Preez: Do-or-die for Boks

2011-08-19 16:47

Fourie Du Preez has said that a Springbok victory over the All Blacks is vital to restore faith in the team ahead of the World Cup.

White: Habana a weak link

2011-08-15 14:24
172 comments

Jake White has expressed misgivings about the Bok defence, highlighting Bryan Habana’s wing as a potential Achilles heel.

Elsom: Bok Test critical

2011-08-12 15:54

Australia captain Rocky Elsom has said that the Wallabies Test against South Africa will be vital to restore his team's confidence.

Jones: Dropping Lambie harsh

2011-08-08 14:00

Eddie Jones has criticised the Springbok coaching staff for dropping Patrick Lambie and for playing him at flyhalf.

Breyton: Give Butch a run

2011-08-03 12:17
90 comments

Breyton Paulse has said he believes that Butch James has the inside track to be the Boks' first-choice flyhalf for the World Cup.

Steyn limits Boks - Le Roux

2011-07-29 17:22

The decision to deploy Morne Steyn at fullback could limit the Springbok attack, former Springbok Hennie le Roux has said.

'TN3 teams have RWC edge'

2011-07-23 10:15

Springbok captain John Smit believes that New Zealand, Australia and South Africa have a great advantage going into the World Cup.

RWC heartbreak for Bekker

2011-07-22 17:27

Springbok lock forward Andries Bekker has been ruled out of contention for the Rugby World Cup after he ruptured an ankle tendon.

 

Boks to face Scots

2011-11-18 20:44

Scotland have confirmed fixtures against South Africa, World Champions New Zealand and Tonga in November Tests in 2012.

Noakes denies 'fixing' claims

2011-10-14 16:25
119 comments

Tim Noakes has denied accusing anyone of match fixing or any claims that the Springbok's quarterfinal was either 'fixed' or 'bent'.

Habana 'his own worst enemy'

2011-10-01 14:51

Springbok coach Peter de Villiers has urged Bryan Habana to avoid Twitter, ignore his critics and focus on his game.

Williams escapes red card ban

2011-10-01 11:45

Samoa fullback Paul Williams has escaped a ban after receiving the first red card of the 2011 RWC when he struck Heinrich Brussow.

Boks suffer shock Frans loss

2011-10-01 06:33
88 comments

Springbok Coach Peter De Villiers has announced that Frans Steyn is likely to miss the rest of the World Cup with a shoulder-injury.

Auckland kids meet Skinstad

2011-09-30 15:13

An Auckland school’s junior rugby teams enjoyed a coaching clinic with Bobby Skinstad and a visit to the Springboks captain’s run.

Boks do the 'Mbombela Jive'

2011-09-23 16:15

The celebratory dance Springboks Gio Aplon and Juan de Jongh performed against Namibia had its origins in Nelspruit.

Get behind the Bokke!

2011-09-13 12:47

Do you have pics of yourself supporting the Springboks? Send them to Sport24 and we'll turn the best ones into a gallery.

Smit 'the best in the world'

2011-09-03 07:52

Peter de Villiers has done little to dampen the bubbling selection issues surrounding his team when he faced the media.

Brüssow key to Boks' hopes

2011-09-02 20:22

Heinrich Brüssow may be the smallest Springbok forward but the flanker could well be the most influential player in the team.

Boks receive warm NZ welcome

2011-09-02 17:01

The Springboks have been welcomed to New Zealand by a large crowd of vocal supporters at Wellington International Airport.

You said it!

2011-08-30 10:31

Sport24 readers comment on Ard Mathews botching the national anthem, sex at the RWC and the All Blacks' disallowed try in PE.

Aplon on cloud nine

2011-08-26 19:29

Springbok speedster Gio Aplon has said being named in the the Rugby World Cup squad was the proudest moment of his career.

Sex okay, but Boks must pay

2011-08-25 11:52
95 comments

The Springboks have not been prohibited from sex during the World Cup, but they will have to pay for their WAGS' costs.

White: Coetzee to succeed Div

2011-08-23 08:39
118 comments

Jake White has given Allister Coetzee his vote of confidence to succeed Peter de Villiers as Springbok coach in the future.

Do-or-die Boks down All Blacks

2011-08-20 19:07
190 comments

The Springboks put their bodies on the line to record an 18-5 victory over the All Blacks in a bruising encounter in Port Elizabeth.

Fitzpatrick: Boks must step up

2011-08-19 20:03

All Black legend Sean Fitzpatrick has said that the key men in the Springbok team will have to improve to beat the All Blacks.

You said it!

2011-08-17 14:43

Sport24 readers comment on Benni's goal on debut, Jake White's belief Bryan Habana is a weak link and Graeme Smith's wedding.

Jake bemoans Bok fitness

2011-08-15 13:15
120 comments

Jake White has expressed concern about the management of Bok players after their Tri-Nations loss to the Wallabies.

Cooper in Butch's crosshairs

2011-08-11 13:16

Butch James has pledged to do his utmost in the Springbok defensive effort to extinguish the threat of Wallaby flyhalf Quade Cooper.

Div calls on big guns

2011-08-05 15:03
101 comments

Peter de Villiers has named a strong 24-man squad featuring several players returning from injury for the home leg of Tri-Nations.

Mbalula backs battling Boks

2011-07-29 19:19

Sports Minister Fikile Mbalula came out firing in support of the Springboks for their upcoming title defence at the Rugby World Cup.

Wallabies wallop 'B' Boks

2011-07-23 13:51
199 comments

The Wallabies have exposed the defence of the Springboks, scoring five tries as they romped to victory in Sydney.

Boks vie for World Cup places

2011-07-22 20:13

The Springboks’ Tri-Nations campaign is the last chance for fringe players to earn their place at the World Cup, John Smit has said.

You said it!

2011-05-18 07:57

This week Sport24 readers comment on IPL cheerleaders, Joost's shocking illness and the Cheetahs upsetting the Crusaders.

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