Siya Kolisi, John Smit, Bryan Habana and Jean de Villiers are among a host of Bok icons who have paid tribute to Annelee Murray in ‘The First Lady of Springbok rugby’, the book celebrating the 20-year journey of the beloved Springbok rugby public relations manager.
Siya Kolisi, John Smit, Bryan Habana and Jean de Villiers are among a host of Bok icons who have paid tribute to Annelee Murray in ‘The First Lady of Springbok rugby’, the book celebrating the 20-year journey of the beloved Springbok rugby public relations manager.
British & Irish Lions captain Alun Wyn Jones was “an absolute genius” in the way he courted referee Nic Berry last week, according to former Springbok captain John Smit.
Former Springbok captain John Smit reflects on the memorable first Test against the British & Irish Lions in Durban twelve years ago and changing position to accommodate the in-form Bismarck du Plessis at hooker.
John Smit has paid tribute to Neels Liebel after learning that the former Springbok strength and conditioning coach had passed away.
Legendary former Springbok captain John Smit has come to the defence of under-fire British & Irish Lions captain Alun Wyn Jones, whom he believes embodies the spirit of rugby more than any other player.
Former England and British & Irish Lions wing Ugo Monye says Cheslin Kolbe is an inspiration and one of the most devastating runners the game has ever seen.
Former Sharks captain John Smit admits he spent 15 minutes locked in a toilet in order to regain his composure after the Vodacom Bulls clinched the 2007 Super Rugby final at Kings Park.
Several former teammates including John Smit, Schalk Brits, Neil de Kock and Billy Vunipola have shared their fondest memories of Saracens stalwart Brad Barritt following his departure from the club.
Frans Steyn recalls former Springbok captain John Smit asked him to lead the Bokke chant during a team huddle, only for the then Test rookie to scream out the name of his provincial team. Blooper.
