Rugby Punt-it
by Nicholas HalseySeason 6
Walking Around
The Boks hit back, psdt broke the curse, the series is level, and now the plot thickens. We unpack what changed from Ellis Park, the pre-match curveballs and the All Black threats we still haven't found an answer for. Plus, we take you behind the scenes at Friday's Bok captain's sessions before 94,000 fans descend on Soweto for round three.First Blood
The All Blacks land the first blow & suddenly there’s no room for error. We unpack what went wrong at Ellis Park, the opportunities the Boks simply couldn't turn into points, and Rassie's three regrets from a night that got away from us. With 3 must-win Tests ahead, what has to change before round two? Plus, the Lions get their shot at the All Blacks, and they might just have the best chance yet of pulling off an upset.Rehearsal's Over
The All Blacks sent a warning at Loftus, and suddenly the 1st Test has heated up . We unpack that 50-point statement, what it tells us about the side heading into Ellis Park, and the selection headaches now facing Rassie as the Bok 23 takes shape. We also revisit Ma'a Nonu's incredible solo haka in his return to the rivalry, before asking who gets the nod at 9 and 10 & who fills the gaps if Siya and Ox are out.The Bigger Picture
The Boks survived Argentina, but what answers did we get? We unpack the nervy win, the returning stars, Deon Fourie's remarkable recall, and the biggest selection question of them all: who is wearing 10 in test 1? Plus, the Stormers make a statement against New Zealand, Ma'a Nonu turns out for the Sharks, and the Greatest Rivalry Tour gathers serious momentum.The Opening Act
The wait is over. this is the Greatest Rivalry Tour. We unpack Rassie's split-squad strategy as the Boks head to Argentina with the rest of the squad prepping at home with Tony De Bruin & Duane. Then we turn our attention to Cape Town, where the All Blacks have arrived with the Raeburn Shield in tow, The hype is building, could this one selection could shape the entire series?Strength in Numbers
Eleven wins, 43 points a game, a seven-try average, and 43 players utilised - the 2026 Springboks have arrived. We unpack the shutout of Wales, the Nations Championship standings, and the players turning potential into permanence. The Raeburn Shield is heading to South Africa after the All Blacks dispatched Ireland, the Greatest Rivalry is almost here... but first, Argentina. Oh, and the Baby Boks have gone back-to-back.6 NATIONS CHAMPIONS
Ten in a row, silverware in the bag, but the score line only tells half the story. We unpack the victory over Scotland, the players forcing their way into the conversation, and the selection dilemmas Rassie might actually be enjoying. the Battle of the Hemispheres is deadlocked at 6-6 with another big weekend to come, Whilst the Junior Boks prepare to go back-to-back.Rassie Roulette
England were beaten, records were reached, and by Monday Rassie had already torn up the team sheet. We unpack the Boks' opening win, the selection debates that followed, and why South Africa's greatest weapon might not be who's starting, but who's waiting. Plus, the Battle of the Hemispheres gets off to a cracking start and we take you through all of it.First Contact
The Battle of the Hemispheres begins. From New Zealand to South Africa, every result counts as the Northern and Southern Hemispheres go head-to-head in a brand-new competition. We preview every Round 1 clash, make our predictions, and take a closer look at the Boks' showdown with England. We hear from Rassie and, after the Junior Boks' 104-point statement, is the next generation already knocking on the door?Choke Park
Leinster dismantle the Bulls in a brutal URC final in Dublin, and we unpack how it collapsed so badly on the biggest stage. From there, attention flips to the international season as SA ‘A’ took on the Zim sables, Cheslin lit up the Boks’ first hit-out against the Babass & we take a look at the newly announced Bok Squad for the Nations Championship. Bring on the English