LE AFTERMATH | Boks Vs France Post Game | That Rugby Union Show
The Springboks got it done in Paris — and Xola Ntshinga & Sim Xabanisa break down everything from an emotional, physical, beautifully ugly South Africa vs France showdown.This episode covers:How the Boks controlled the chaos and forced France to play on South Africa’s termsFrance’s emotional overload — the spy talk, the leaks, the revenge story, and why it all backfired exactly as predictedThe key tactical shifts: 6–2 bench impact, pressure on France’s inexperienced props, the Bok back-three battle, and their defensive organisationThe milestones — Kolisi’s 100th, Rassie’s 50th — and how both shaped the attitude and calmness of the BoksThe turning points France couldn’t manage without Dupont’s influence or pack stabilityMind games that mattered and why France still haven’t fully recovered from 2023What this win means for the rest of the season and where both teams go from hereStraight rugby talk. Zero PR. No sugar-coating.Follow the podcast • Turn on notifications • Rate the showSend us your thoughts on the match — we’ll read them on the next episode.
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Boks Go Back-to-Back 🏆 — Springboks Edge Pumas to Retain the Rugby Championship
South Africa have done it again. The Springboks retained the Rugby Championship after a nail-biting 29–27 win over Argentina at Twickenham, clinching the title on points difference. Both the Boks and All Blacks finished on 19 log points, but Rassie’s men held their superior +57 margin to keep the crown.Xola and Sim break down every moment from Twickenfontein — no guests, just straight Bok analysis and sharp rugby talk.🇿🇦 Back-to-Back KingsIt wasn’t pretty, but it was powerful. Two tries each from Malcolm Marx and Cobus Reinach anchored a dominant set-piece display, while the Pumas’ late surge tested Bok nerve to the limit.🇦🇷 Pumas Bring the FightFelipe Contepomi’s side came to disrupt — and nearly did. A late try had fans on edge, but South Africa’s discipline and tactical kicking saw them home.🇳🇿 All Blacks Fall Just ShortNew Zealand beat Australia in Perth, but their inferior +8 points difference left them chasing shadows. The Boks’ Durban demolition job ultimately sealed the deal.🧠 In this episode:How Marx and Reinach powered the winTactical discipline under pressureRassie & Kolisi’s mindset shiftWhy Perth still matteredWhat’s next: the northern tour and the Championship’s evolutionNew chaos drops every week — follow for raw Bok breakdowns wherever you listen.
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Le Grudge: Bokke vs France – Centennial Showdown
Xola Ntshinga and Sim Xabanisa break down a massive Test week as the Springboks take on France in Paris — loaded with history, emotion and two years of simmering tension.With Siya Kolisi’s 100th Test and Rassie Erasmus’ 50th, the stakes couldn’t be higher.In this episode:Kolisi’s centurion formFrance’s spy allegations and leaked team dramaRassie’s mind-gamesMissing DuPont, Aldritt omission, inexperienced front rowThe 6–2 bench battleTactical match-ups and pressure momentsWhy the 2023 quarter-final still haunts FranceFollow the show, switch on notifications, and rate the podcast.Send your match prediction: Who wins “Le Grudge”?
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Rugby’s New Dawn: SANZAAR’s 2026 Plan and Pat Lambie on the Game’s Future
Rugby is entering a new era. Xola Ntshinga and Sim Xabanisa unpack SANZAAR’s bold 2026–2030 plan — the pause of The Rugby Championship, the rise of the Nations Cup, and the move toward a global season.Pat Lambie joins the show to reflect on the changes, player safety, and the next evolution of the game. From concussion awareness to the All Blacks’ massive 2026 tour, this episode dives deep into rugby’s biggest transformation in decades.🎧 Listen now and follow “That Rugby Union Show” for new episodes every week.💬 Send us your voice note or message on Spotify — tell us if you back the new plan or think it’s gone too far.📺 Watch the full video version on YouTube: That Rugby Union Channel
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André Pretorius: The Game Within the Game
In this episode, Xola Ntshinga speaks with former Springbok flyhalf André Pretorius, who now coaches in Japan’s League One. Pretorius reflects on the toughest lesson of his career — the Test he says he “lost for South Africa” — and how that moment shaped his philosophy as a coach.He shares rare insight into Jake White’s influence, the importance of discomfort in elite rugby, and the emotional intelligence required to coach across cultures. From breaking language barriers to building trust in Japan’s rigid rugby system, Pretorius reveals how simplicity and empathy can unlock performance.The discussion turns to South African rugby — the Lions’ ongoing struggles, the Currie Cup’s brutal schooling, and the question of leadership in a divided system. Honest, humble, and sharp — this is rugby insight from a man who’s lived both sides of the game.Follow That Rugby Union Show for weekly rugby conversations that go deeper than the scoreline.
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