Prepare yourself for a fun journey back to the mid-90s when Justin Swart appeared to have the rugby world at his feet. An explosive wing, he made his Springbok debut in 1996 and performed admirably. However he soon found himself out of the picture but after switching to fullback he set the domestic rugby scene alight with some superb performances. Swart was duly rewarded with the Number 15 jersey in Nick Mallett’s first Test in charge. Unfortunately Just suffered a hamstring injury soon thereafter and lost his place to Percy Montgomery – a man who would go on to become one of the all-time greatest Springboks. Justin Swart’s Springbok career is one of excitement but mostly bad luck. In this candid conversation he takes us back to that era and in his own words discusses what really happened. You’re not going to want to miss this one! Patreon · Tic Tac Sports Betting

Being the son of a Springbok legend brings its own pressures. Wikus Van Heerden’s father Moaner represented the Boks with distinction and in 2003 the younger Van Heerden received his chance. After an impressive start Wikus suffered an injury and was out of the picture for four years. But then in 2007 he returned to the Springbok fold and not only made the squad to travel to the Rugby World Cup, but played a part in six of the seven matches, including the final. In this exhilarating episode of Front Row Rugby you will get a firsthand account of what really happened as Wikus Van Heerden completed one of the greatest comebacks in the history of sport to take his place among a select group of Springboks who went all the way to life the Webb Ellis Cup! Patreon

Imagine being a Springbok some six months out from the 1995 Rugby World Cup and just walking away. Well, that’s exactly what Drikus Hattingh did in late 1994. Buckle up for a fascinating conversation as Drikus takes us on a journey that is nothing short of unbelievable. While on tour he suddenly felt God talk to him and right there and then he ended his rugby career. Hattingh was known for his tough approach to rugby but as you’ll discover in this video, his attention now lies elsewhere. In this conversation Drikus will share life insights and advice for rugby players, youngsters and anyone else who might be struggling in their lives. Hattingh has found the solution and he shares it with us in this must-see episode of Front Row Rugby! Patreon

Prepare yourself for a rollercoaster ride back in time with 1995 Rugby World Cup champion Garry Pagel. Garry was part of the successful Springbok team that lifted the Webb Ellis Cup and he actually made his debut for the Boks in the tournament’s opening match against Australia. In this candid discussion, Pagel talks about the pre-World Cup training sessions, challenges against Romania and Canada as well as being on the field when the Springboks won the World Cup. Garry also shares what happened behind the scenes as the game was about to turn professional as well as a few other gems along the way. This is a must-hear Front Row Rugby episode! Patreon

Mornay Visser was one of the most exciting hookers in South African domestic rugby in 1994/95. Unlucky to be playing at the same time as Uli Schmidt, James Dalton, Chris Rossouw, John Allan and Naka Drotske, Visser nevertheless made enough of an impression to be called up to the Springbok training camps ahead of the World Cup. Unfortunately the swashbuckling hooker was overlooked by Bok coach Kitch Christie but Mornay did at least fulfill a boyhood dream by making an on-field Test match appearance for the Boks in a pre-Rugby World Cup game against Western Samoa. Get ready for an exciting trip down memory lane as Visser recalls those days where his most ardent supporters lamented his status as a nearly-man. Mornay looks on the bright side and happily takes us back to those days in the mid-90s in this fresh and honest account as he remembers it. Patreon

When Richard Bands barnstormed his way across 40 metres, manhandling All Blacks flyhalf Carlos Spencer on his way to the tryline, to score a famous five-pointer for South Africa he guaranteed his name as a legend in Springbok rugby history. But there’s so much more to the great man. In this candid discussion, Richard opens up about what really happened in 2003 when he made his debut for the Springboks. In addition to that famous try, Bands was also on the wrong side of a 52-16 defeat to New Zealand and World Cup heartbreak against England and the very same Kiwis. Richard also talks about what happened at Kamp Staaldraad and gives his opinion on coach Rudolf Straeuli in this fascinating conversation. Buckle up for an exhilarating journey back in time with one of the all-time Bok legends! Patreon

Fasten your seatbelt for an exciting journey back to the late 1990s with Springbok scrumhalf Dan Van Zyl. Dan was unlucky to be a great Number Nine in the same era as Joost Van Der Westhuizen, Werner Swanepoel and several others. Nevertheless, Dan left his mark on Bok rugby by fulfilling a childhood dream and earning a Test cap against England at Twickenham. Before that Van Zyl toured several times with the Springboks playing an integral role in the midweek team and evening captaining the dirt trackers! On top of that Nick Mallett appointed Dan as the Springboks Night Captain! Sit back and enjoy listening to Van Zyl recount all those special moments and memories from this unique journey. Patreon

Get ready for a memorable journey to the late 90s with the Smiling Springbok Werner Swanepoel. Werner made his Bok debut in 1997 after serving as an understudy to the legendary Joost Van Der Westhuizen. Even though Swanepoel largely deputised for Joost, he still managed to make an impact every time he took to the field and is to this day fondly remembered by Bok fans. In this interview Werner looks back at his career in a candid and entertaining manner. He does not hold back as recalls the highs, the lows and the rivalries in the battle for the Springbok Number Nine jersey. This is a must-watch episode of Front Row Rugby. Patreon

Brace yourself for an exciting journey back in time with Springbok flank FC Smit. In 1992 South Africa returned to international rugby. FC was one of the most exciting loose forwards in South African rugby at the time but he unfortunately missed out on selection for the first four Tests of the year. He was not to be denied in the year’s final Test against England at Twickenham. In this frank and open discussion, Smit shares what it was like to play for the Springboks, even though it was just one solitary Test match. FC also takes us behind the scenes and you’ll discover what it was really like being an amateur rugby player in those days. Smit shares the good, the bad and the funny with us in this captivating discussion. Patreon

Fasten your seatbelt for a whirlwind adventure back in time with former Springbok loose forward Warren Brosnihan. Warren made his Springbok Test debut in a 61-22 annihilation of Australia at Loftus Versveld in Pretoria. He also scored a try in a memorable first outing in the famous green and gold jersey. But a combination of injuries, coaches preferring other players and competing against a gifted generation of Springbok loose forwards meant Brosnihan’s Test career was limited to just six appearances. Here Warren looks back at a special time in his life and Springbok rugby. He recalls the highlights, the lowlights and speaks frankly about all the incidents that took place in those days. This is a much-watch episode of Front Row Rugby! Patreon