Matfield reveals surprise Bok flyhalf pick
Victor Matfield has called for a DHL Stormers playmaker to be installed as the successor to Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard.
Victor Matfield has called for a DHL Stormers playmaker to be installed as the successor to Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard.
Criticism directed at Springbok and DHL Stormers playmaker Manie Libbok’s goal-kicking abilities are uninformed and ignorant, writes MARK KEOHANE.
Manie Libbok has made an art of the cross-field kick, as this compilation of the DHL Stormers and Springbok flyhalf’s best try-assists shows.
The Springboks’ World Cup ‘Trophy Blitz’ tour will continue this week, when Manie Libbok and Marco van Staden will take the Webb Ellis Cup to the Southern Cape.
A key stat has shown why Manie Libbok isn’t a liability for the Springboks and DHL Stormers from the kicking tee, despite lingering doubts over his temperament on goal.
Manie Libbok’s conversion after the final hooter sealed a DHL Stormers win over two-time defending champions Stade Rochelais in the 2023/24 Investec Champions Cup pool clash at DHL Stadium.
Damian Willemse and the Springboks give an inside view of Manie Libbok’s no-look kick pass in the World Cup opener against Scotland during the first episode of Chasing the Sun 2.
Newly-appointed Springbok attacking coach Tony Brown wants to help Manie Libbok realise his potential after holding a one-on-one session with the flyhalf.
Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth became only the second player to win back-to-back SA Rugby’s Player of the Year awards at a glittering ceremony in Johannesburg on Thursday.
Manie Libbok looks set to begin the 2024 Test season in the Springbok No 10 jersey.