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The South African
15 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
LIVE SCORING: Springboks v Barbarians
The Springboks will meet the Barbarians for the first time since 2016 – and for the first time ever in South Africa – when the teams do battle in Cape Town on Saturday evening. The game – which kicks off at 17:10 at the DHL Stadium – marks the Springboks' first match of the international season, after a successful 2024 campaign that yielded 11 wins in 13 Tests, as well as a Rugby Championship title. South Africa and the travelling club will compete for the Qatar Airways Cup, which the Springboks have held since defeating the All Blacks at the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham in 2023, and Wales at the same London venue last year. All eight of the previous matches between the Springboks and Barbarians were staged in Europe, with South Africa winning three, the Barbarians winning four, and one match ending in a draw. How will this encounter play out? Keep track below. Springboks: 15 Aphelele Fassi, 14 Cheslin Kolbe, 13 Jesse Kriel (captain), 12 Damian de Allende, 11 Kurt-Lee Arendse, 10 Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, 9 Morné van den Berg, 8 Jean-Luc du Preez, 7 Vincent Tshituka, 6 Marco van Staden, 5 Lood de Jager, 4 Jean Kleyn, 3 Asenathi Ntlabakanye, 2 Malcolm Marx, 1 Ox Nche. Replacements: 16 Marnus van der Merwe, 17 Jan-Hendrik Wessels, 18 Neethling Fouche, 19 Franco Mostert, 20 Kwagga Smith, 21 Cobus Reinach, 22 Manie Libbok, 23 Andre Esterhuizen. Barbarians: 15 Melvyn Jaminet, 14 Mark Telea, 13 Leicester Fainga'anuku, 12 Peter Umaga-Jensen, 11 Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkins, 10 Josh Jacomb, 9 Tawera Kerr-Barlow, 8 Shannon Frizell, 7 Sam Cane, 6 Peter O'Mahony (captain), 5 David Ribbans, 4 Ruben van Heerden, 3 Paul Alo-Emile, 2 Camille Chat, 1 Cian Healy. Replacements: 16 Ricky Riccitelli, 17 Hassane Kolingar, 18 Will Collier, 19 Josh Beehre, 20 Hoskins Sotutu, 21 Santiago Arata, 22 Joe Marchant, 23 Lachlan Boshier. Date: Saturday, June 28 Venue: Cape Town Stadium Kick-off: 17.10 (15.10 GMT) Referee: AJ Jacobs Assistant referees: Christopher Allison and Stephan Geldenhuys TMO: Egon Seconds Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
a day ago
- Sport
- The South African
Jesse Kriel 'excited' to skipper Springboks
Jesse Kriel will captain South Africa for the first time against the Barbarians after regular skipper Siya Kolisi withdrew because of injury on Friday. Kriel, 31, made his debut for South Africa in 2015 and has played in 79 Tests, featuring in the Springboks' 2019 and 2023 World Cup triumphs. 'I'm excited and honoured,' said the Yokohama centre before admitting to a touch of anxiety. 'Although I was a little nervous at one stage, I'm keen to go out there and lead the team. 'One of the big aspects of our team is that everyone takes ownership in their areas on the game, so this match won't be any different for me on Saturday. 'Fortunately, we have a lot of leaders in guys like Lood (de Jager), Malcolm (Marx), Damian (de Allende), Cheslin (Kolbe), and Kurt-Lee (Arendse), so having them in the team will make my job easier.' Saturday's match is a non-cap game against a Barbarians side, renowned for its running ethos. Jesse Kriel insisted, however, that they were taking the exhibition game as seriously as any international. 'We are certainly approaching this match as a Test and we have no doubt it will set the tone for the season ahead,' he said. Bulls flanker Marco van Staden has been drafted into the starting back row as a replacement for Kolisi for Saturday's meeting in Cape Town and will partner up with Vincent Tshituka and Jean-Luc du Preez. Kolisi's injury was described as a 'niggle' and the two-time World Cup winning captain will hope to be back for the two-Test series against Italy, which starts in Pretoria on July 5. The Springboks have a further match against Georgia in July before the opening match of the Rugby Championship against Australia in Johannesburg on August 16. Kick-off on Saturday is at 17:10. 15 Aphelele Fassi, 14 Cheslin Kolbe, 13 Jesse Kriel (captain), 12 Damian de Allende, 11 Kurt-Lee Arendse, 10 Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, 9 Morne van den Berg, 8 Jean-Luc du Preez, 7 Vincent Tshituka, 6 Marco van Staden, 5 Lood de Jager, 4 Jean Kleyn, 3 Asenathi Ntlabakanye, 2 Malcolm Marx, 1 Ox Nche Substitutes: 16 Marnus van der Merwe, 17 Jan-Hendrik Wessels, 18 Neethling Fouche, 19 Franco Mostert, 20 Kwagga Smith, 21 Cobus Reinach, 22 Manie Libbok, 23 Andre Esterhuizen. 15 Melvyn Jaminet, 14 Mark Telea, 13 Leicester Fainga'anuku, 12 Peter Umaga-Jensen, 11 Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkins, 10 Josh Jacomb, 9 Tawera Kerr-Barlow, 8 Shannon Frizell, 7 Sam Cane, 6 Peter O'Mahony (captain), 5 David Ribbans, 4 Ruben van Heerden, 3 Paul Alo-Emile, 2 Camille Chat, 1 Cian Healy Substitutes: 16 Ricky Riccitelli, 17 Hassane Kolingar, 18 Will Collier, 19 Josh Beehre, 20 Hoskins Sotutu 21 Santiago Arata, 22 Joe Marchant, 23 Lachlan Boshier Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
France 24
a day ago
- Sport
- France 24
Kriel 'excited' to skipper Boks after Kolisi withdrawal
Kriel, 31, made his debut for South Africa in 2015 and has played in 79 Tests, featuring in the Springboks' 2019 and 2023 World Cup triumphs. "I'm excited and honoured," said the Yokohama centre before admitting to a touch of anxiety. "Although I was a little nervous at one stage, I'm keen to go out there and lead the team. "One of the big aspects of our team is that everyone takes ownership in their areas on the game, so this match won't be any different for me on Saturday. "Fortunately, we have a lot of leaders in guys like Lood (de Jager), Malcolm (Marx), Damian (de Allende), Cheslin (Kolbe), and Kurt-Lee (Arendse), so having them in the team will make my job easier." Saturday's match is a non-cap game against a Barbarians side, renowned for its running ethos, plucked largely from France's Top 14. Kriel insisted, however, that they were taking the exhibition game as seriously as any international. "We are certainly approaching this match as a Test and we have no doubt it will set the tone for the season ahead," he said. Bulls flanker Marco van Staden has been drafted into the starting back row as a replacement for Kolisi for Saturday's meeting in Cape Town and will partner up with Vincent Tshituka and Jean-Luc du Preez. Kolisi's injury was described as a "niggle" in SA Rugby's press statement and the two-time World Cup winning captain will hope to be back for the two-Test series against Italy, which starts in Pretoria on July 5. The Springboks have a further match against Georgia in July before the opening match of the Rugby Championship against Australia in Johannesburg on August 16.
IOL News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Francois van Coke and Robbie Wessels unveil 'Bokbefok', the ultimate rugby anthem for Springboks fans
Acclaimed musicians Francois van Coke and Robbie Wessels have recently unveiled their much-anticipated rugby anthem 'Bokbefok'. Image: Supplied The world of South African rugby is buzzing with excitement as acclaimed musicians Francois van Coke and Robbie Wessels unveil their much-anticipated rugby anthem 'Bokbefok'. Coinciding perfectly with the Springboks' clash against the Barbarians at the DHL Stadium in Cape Town for the Qatar Airways Cup this Saturday, June 28, the song promises to energise fans and enhance the electric atmosphere surrounding this notable fixture. In a playful exchange that set the stage for the anthem's release, Wessels had been teasing Van Coke on social media with hints of a boxing match, only for fans to discover that the real heavyweight contest would be fought in the musical arena. The result is a spirited rugby anthem sure to resonate deeply with supporters. "BOKBEFOK is now available everywhere," the duo proclaimed on Instagram, embracing the anticipation of rugby aficionados and music lovers alike. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading The roots of 'Bokbefok' trace back to a collaborative performance of the classic track 'Leeuloop' during the iconic Afrikaans music festival Liefde By die Dam. Both artists have shared the stage multiple times, forging mutual respect and fan following. Their shared passion for rugby provided the natural momentum to create an anthem that embodies the zeal of South African fans. 'Both of us are huge rugby fans,' Van Coke explained. 'It turned out to be a rugby song.' Given their shared passion for rugby, the decision to pen a rugby anthem together was a natural progression. Van Coke recalled the moment he embraced Wessels' title suggestion, 'Bokbefok'. 'I'm down with the title because I'm in a band called Fokofpolisiekar. But are you ready?' he asked, to which Wessels confidently retorted, 'I'm ready.' Wessels passionately believes that 'Bokbefok' stands as a landmark achievement in rugby music: 'If you take the song 'Hie' Kommie Bokke' and you multiply it with 'Die Bloubul' song and you multiply it with 'We Are the Champions', you are still not even close to the 'biggest rugby song of all time' that has just arrived.' Fans' reactions to the release have been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressions of delight flooding social media. Comments include, 'The collab we didn't realise we needed,' and 'Damn!! No, what can the goats do with the release other than win this weekend!' Another chimed in, 'Omg, the World Cup won't be back until 2027, boys ... You're warming us up early.' This outpouring of support highlights the value of the collaboration and its potential impact as the Springboks prepare for their crucial match.
The South African
2 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Springboks v Barbarians: Kick-off time, teams and weather forecast
The Springboks' 2025 season has finally arrived, with the world champions set to open their account with what should be an entertaining 'warm-up' game against the Barbarians in Cape Town on Saturday. Kick off is at 17:10. When it comes to team news, Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus was forced to make a late change following the withdrawal of Siya Kolisi due to a niggle. His place at openside flank will be taken by Marco van Staden, while Jesse Kriel will captain the side. Springboks – revised: 15 Aphelele Fassi, 14 Cheslin Kolbe, 13 Jesse Kriel (captain), 12 Damian de Allende, 11 Kurt-Lee Arendse, 10 Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, 9 Morné van den Berg, 8 Jean-Luc du Preez, 7 Vincent Tshituka, 6 Marco van Staden, 5 Lood de Jager, 4 Jean Kleyn, 3 Asenathi Ntlabakanye, 2 Malcolm Marx, 1 Ox Nche. Replacements: 16 Marnus van der Merwe, 17 Jan-Hendrik Wessels, 18 Neethling Fouche, 19 Franco Mostert, 20 Kwagga Smith, 21 Cobus Reinach, 22 Manie Libbok, 23 Andre Esterhuizen. Barbarians: 15 Melvyn Jaminet, 14 Mark Telea, 13 Leicester Fainga'anuku, 12 Peter Umaga-Jensen, 11 Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkins, 10 Josh Jacomb, 9 Tawera Kerr-Barlow, 8 Shannon Frizell, 7 Sam Cane, 6 Peter O'Mahony (captain), 5 David Ribbans, 4 Ruben van Heerden, 3 Paul Alo-Emile, 2 Camille Chat, 1 Cian Healy. Replacements: 16 Ricky Riccitelli, 17 Hassane Kolingar, 18 Will Collier, 19 Josh Beehre, 20 Hoskins Sotutu, 21 Santiago Arata, 22 Joe Marchant, 23 Lachlan Boshier. Date: Saturday, June 28 Venue: Cape Town Stadium Kick-off: 17.10 (15.10 GMT) Referee: AJ Jacobs Assistant referees: Christopher Allison and Stephan Geldenhuys TMO: Egon Seconds As it stands, according to the ever-reliable WindGuru weather forecaster, there is heavy cloud cover and strong winds predicted throughout the day on Saturday, while temperatures are not expected to peak much beyond 14°C. There is also expected to be light, but persistent, rain for most of the day, and so spectators heading to the stadium would do well to prepare accordingly. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
