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Digging in the archives – “the greatest game ever played”

We all love old highlights. Hopefully this package will bring back some great memories of a match that we remember watching like it was yesterday. Free running rugby at its best. Very little kicking to taint the spectacle.   The greatest game of all time   We’d like to thank GameTheyPlayInHeaven for the use of this material.

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British and Irish Lions tour build-up

Some things in life are sacred. That most sentimental item of yours which you have safely stored away, close family and the British and Irish Lions tour to true rugby fanatics.   Here is a table of all B&I Lions tour results since the dawn of the professional era.   Date Leg Opponent Result Tries …

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Goosen the perfect fullback

Since the beginning of his professional career Johan Goosen has been compared to the equally talented Patrick Lambie. We would like to put the debate as to who should be the Springbok fly-half to bed by offering an alternative. We suggest a change of position for the benefit of Johan Goosen and South Africa.   As Elton Jantjies …

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Elma Smit, our presenter of the month of April!

Congrats Elma! You have been selected as our favourite Super Sport presenter for the month of April! We hope that you carry on the great work both in the studio knowing everything that goes on in the rugby twitter universe and at the matches where fans love to be interviewed by you. Have a great …

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South Africa further embarrassed as murder suspects remain at large

If the suspected murder of Sharks rugby fan Brett Williams on a field outside Kings Park stadium after the match against the Rebels on Saturday the 23rd of March wasn’t enough, the president of the South African Rugby Union, Oregan Hoskins, has had to step in to urge the police force to make arrests of …

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Were the Rebels not stronger than the Waratahs in their match-up?

Do you think the Waratahs deserved their 31 – 26 win??

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Were the Reds lucky to win??

What are your thoughts on the Reds v.s Hurricanes match?

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Outright Rugby’s Superbru Super Rugby round 10 prize

Hi legends!   Its with great pleasure that we’re bringing you yet another fantastic prize to make the next few weeks’ Rugby action that much more interesting. But there is a catch as we’d like to please the majority of you legends.  Please comment below (this article) as it’s going down to a vote between …

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Do you agree with Alby Mathewson’s yellow card?

What do you think of Alby Mathewson’s yellow card?

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Is it safe to rule the Springboks out of RWC 2015 contention?

It must be said that Heyneke Meyer coaches with a heavy hand. His forcefully imposed tactical approach defines the Springbok team and its strengths and weaknesses on the field. Is it safe to consider the Springboks out of RWC contention based on their outdated tactical approach of kicking away possession even when outside of their …

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Will the Golden Lions challenge in Currie cup 2013?

As we examine South Africa’s first case of a team relegated from Super Rugby what do you think of the Golden Lions prospects for 2013? Will they be at an advantage in  the Currie Cup without Super Rugby commitments, related injuries and boasting a team of  non-Springboks that will be available for the entirety of …

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Who will be the greatest threat in 2013?

Which side do you back out of the Highlanders, Hurricanes, Bulls and Reds to challenge for a playoff spot  in Super 15 2013? Which of these four sides will prove to be the surprise package next season in Super Rugby?

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Australia @ 5/4 or the British and Irish Lions at 2/3?

With the close of the two most grueling seasons in history the Wallabies are likely to be a stronger force in 2013 upon the return of hordes of injured key players. Will this side offer the quality necessary to compete with a British and Irish Lions side less in sync but boasting star players to burn and world-class coach Gatland …

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Are Scotland value @ 7/2 for Six Nations 2013 wooden spoon?

As Italy continue to improve at home Scotland appear to be falling apart. Will this turn around in 2013 with Andy Robinson’s recent resignation or are dire times to carry on?

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Is it worth laying England at 1/2 and Wales at 2/7 for Six Nations 2013?

After England’s victory over a flu-ridden All Black side their world rankings have sky rocketed. Is this an accurate rating of a side that went down to a Wallabies side riddled with injuries by 14 – 20 before losing to a young Springbok side by 15-16? Will Gatland’s likely absence (and the terrible run of …

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Should the Crusaders be preseason favorites for the Super 15?

Result                                    Average points difference (net margin) per log match that season 3rd* in 2012 (Chiefs 20 – 17)      8.87 2nd in 2011 (Reds 18 – 13)         10.18 3rd* in 2010 (Bulls 39 …

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