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In this episode of Rassie+, Rassie Erasmus is joined by scrum guru, former Springbok, and the man behind the iconic bucket hat — Daan Human. From humble beginnings on a Free State farm to the frontlines of France’s rugby powerhouses, Daan shares his remarkable journey through the world of rugby.
They unpack everything from Daan’s love-hate relationship with scrum machines, his transition from player to coach, and the art (and chaos) of scrumming in modern rugby. It’s a raw, insightful, and often hilarious conversation between two of rugby’s sharpest minds.

Whether you’re a front-row fanatic or just love hearing the stories behind South Africa’s rugby legends, this one’s for you.

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From Despatch to Bloemfontein — in this special episode of Rassie+, Rassie Erasmus sits down with two Free State rugby legends: Jaco Peyper and Helgard Müller.

They dive deep into the golden era of Cheetahs rugby, reliving the journey of breaking a 29-year title drought, and the transition from player to coach. Rassie and Jaco share hilarious stories from their varsity days — including when Jaco used to ref Rassie’s games (and wasn’t afraid to blow the whistle against him!).

This episode is packed with behind-the-scenes insights, untold stories, and plenty of laughs from three men who helped define Free State rugby.

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The Rassie+ episode you've all been waiting for is finally here. Rugby icon Danie Gerber joins Rassie Erasmus for an unfiltered conversation about his legendary career, and the rich history and legacy of South African rugby — as told by two proud Despatchers.For weeks, fans have been asking for Danie — and now, we deliver.🟢Make sure to subscribe for more exclusive conversations with South African rugby legends.#RassiePlus #DanieGerber #Springboks #SmashSports #RassieErasmus

In Part 2 of Rassie + with Steven Kitshoff, we wrap up a powerful conversation with the Bok legend. Kitshoff opens up about the origins of the Bomb Squad, the unforgettable win against New Zealand at Wellington, and what it meant to play under Rassie Erasmus.

Rassie also shares his ideas on a dedicated scrum referee the injury that changed his rugby career, and reflects on South Africa’s Rugby World Cup victories — while giving full credit to the All Blacks as worthy opponents.

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In this episode of Rassie+, Rassie Erasmus hosts an insightful discussion with Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff and renowned sports physician Dr. Jon Patricios. Kitshoff reflects on his career-threatening injury and how it impacted his journey, while Dr. Patricios provides a medical perspective on managing injuries and guiding players through high-performance careers. They also break down the evolution of the Bomb Squad formation and discuss the growing trend of South African players moving overseas.This is Part 1 of a 2-part series. Don’t miss Part 2 next week for even more insights and behind-the-scenes stories.

In this episode of Rassie+, we sit down with Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick for an in-depth conversation about the untold stories behind the Springboks' journey to World Cup glory.Stick reveals how Rassie Erasmus almost didn’t select Makazole Mapimpi, the challenges they faced in their coaching careers, and how they overcame personal struggles together. He also reflects on the 2019 Rugby World Cup final win against England, the unique cultures within the Springboks squad, and the biggest coaching lessons learned along the way.

Rassie Erasmus is back with something special! Welcome to Rassie+, the ultimate platform where South Africa’s legendary coach goes beyond the game.In our first episode, we sit down with Felix Jones, who has officially returned to the Springboks setup! From his journey with Ireland to his comeback in green and gold, Felix shares exclusive insights into his coaching philosophy and World Cup memories.