Today, exactly 27 years ago, Francois Pienaar led the Springboks to what many believed was an impossible task as they lifted the Webb Ellis Cup in South Africa, and in 77 days, the country will host a second global showpiece when the Rugby World Cup Sevens kicks off in Cape Town.
On this day 27 years ago, Joel Stransky hit a late drop goal as the Springboks beat the All Blacks 15-12 at Ellis Park after extra time to win their maiden Rugby World Cup at the first attempt.
In a reversal of fortune, Gary Teichmann gave up the armband to Francois Pienaar, who now faces the next challenger in the series to determine the best Springbok skipper.
Having rained on Jean de Villiers’ parade in the series to determine the best Springbok skipper, Gary Teichmann now faces the next challenger to come out the tunnel.
Francois Pienaar lead the Springboks to World Cup glory in 1995, but can you name all 19 Springbok captains who came after him?
Saracens’ £32 million (R650 million) takeover by a consortium including World Cup-winning captain Francois Pienaar has been completed, it was announced Wednesday.
SA Rugby magazine recaps what the 28 squad members have done since winning the World Cup 26 years ago.
Former Springbok skipper Francois Pienaar says he doesn’t have any regrets about missing the iconic 1997 British & Irish Lions tour of South Africa.
Former captain Francois Pienaar gives insight into the Springboks’ successful 1995 World Cup campaign.
Former Springbok captain Francois Pienaar has opened up about the moment between himself and late President Nelson Mandela after the 1995 World Cup final.
