Battle of the lock giants
1 decade ago by iol.co.zaThey once formed rugby's most formidable lock pairing, but on Saturday Victor Matfield and Bakkies Botha will face off at Newlands.
Mohoje will bring mobility - Matfield
1 decade ago by Planet RugbyCaptain Victor Matfield has backed flanker Oupa Mohoje to bring extra mobility to the Bok pack when he plays in the second row.
Victor looking forward to Bakkies clash
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comThe last time Victor Matfield played against Bakkies Botha it was a completely different scenario to what the good friends will face on Saturday at Newlands.
Springbok rugby: 2015 mirroring 2011
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auBy the time the 2011 Rugby World Cup came around Pieter de Villiers had all but given full control of the Springbok game plan and selections over to John Smit, Victor Matfield and Foure du Preez. The decision...
A conversation in a bar about mauls
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auFive guys in a bar were talking about rugby the other day. Spiro Zavos, Nickoldschool, Victor Matfield, David Pocock and Michael Hooper. Here’s the unofficial transcript: Spiro: “Who wants to see...
Bulls confirm long list of departing players
1 decade ago by Super RugbyPretoria Super Rugby franchise the Bulls have announced a lengthy list of departing players that includes captains Victor Matfield and Pierre Spies.
It’s all about the World Cup - Matfield
1 decade ago by Cape Argus - StormersVeteran lock Victor Matfield says coming out of retirement was always about playing for the Springboks in the World Cup.
I want to coach the Bulls - Matfield
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comSpringbok lock Victor Matfield may have one eye on the Rugby World Cup, but he has made it clear he wants to coach the Vodacom Bulls at some stage.
7 Reasons The Springboks Are Favourites For This Years World Cup
1 decade ago by In The Loose2015 could be the year for the Springboks as a number of factors are coming together as they bid to reclaim the Rugby World Cup. 1.Experience Everywhere you look in the current Springboks team you find...
Super Rugby Round 17 Preview Part 1
1 decade ago by Len KaplanThe penultimate round of Super Rugby sees the battle for spots among the top six qualifiers intensify, with the big prize being that of skipping the first playoff round by earning a home semi-final...
