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For The Love Of Rugby: South Africa

Crowd Network
Springboks
All Blacks
Rugby
South Africa
Stormers
URC
Bulls
Rugby World Cup 2023
Rassie Erasmus
Womens Rugby
England Rugby
New Zealand
Sharks
Paul Roos
World Cup
Argentina
New Zealand All Blacks
South Africa Springboks
Rugby World Cup 2019
Leinster

Double Rugby World Cup winning Springboks Trevor Nyakane and Steven Kitshoff love rugby. Their new podcast will tell you what it's like to play for Rassie Erasmus, play with Siya Kolisi and how the Bokke beat every other country in the world. South African fan? You're in the right place. Get stuck into the comments, and get ready for deep dives on Rassie tactics and Bok scrum dominance. Amabhokobh... more

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Latest Episodes

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He grew up in Kraaifontein, where gunshots and violence were part of everyday life, and saw talented ... more

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole have taken over the reigns this week from Trevor and Steven, to bring you a Champions Cup SPECIAL Episode!

With three South Africans lined up on the pod, hear from the Stormers’ Ruan Ackermann, the Bulls’ Nizaam Carr and the ... more

Don’t be shocked! Trevor’s not moved clubs - he just lost his bet with Kitsie! Steven Kitshoff and Trevor Nyakane discuss where the URC’s biggest game of the weekend was won and lost and we find out how a rule change could spell trouble for tough tac... more

How do Springbok players fit back into their club teams after months away? How do their team-mates react? What if they’ve been winning while you’re away? Steven Kitshoff and Trevor Nyakane talk about their challenges when it’s time to go home. Plus m... more

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Recent Guests

Trevor Nyakane
Stormers prop and famous Springbok contributor
Stormers/Springboks
Episode: Stormers Beat The Sharks in Battle of the Boks & Raging Against More New Rules
Steven Kitshoff
Stormers hooker and Springbok stalwart
Stormers/Springboks
Episode: Stormers Beat The Sharks in Battle of the Boks & Raging Against More New Rules
Ruhan Nel
Stormers captain, guest on the show
Stormers
Episode: What Happens When The Springboks Lose | Australia v South Africa Inquest
Francke Horn
Stormers captain, guest on the show
Stormers
Episode: What Happens When The Springboks Lose | Australia v South Africa Inquest
Vincent Koch
Sharks veteran forward, guest on the show
Sharks
Episode: What Happens When The Springboks Lose | Australia v South Africa Inquest
Steve Hansen
World Cup-winning all-black coach
Rugby Unity / World Cup-winning coach of New Zealand
Episode: Steve Hansen: On Rassie & Why Elite Coaches Need An Ego
Ewen McKenzie
World Cup-winning player and former Australian coach
Rugby Unity / Former Australian coach
Episode: Steve Hansen: On Rassie & Why Elite Coaches Need An Ego
Dan Carter
Former All Blacks rugby player and World Cup winner
New Zealand All Blacks
Episode: Dan Carter: What It Takes To Be An All Blacks Great
Jordan Burr
Host/creator of Jordan Burr's rugby podcast
Jordan Burr's Rugby
Episode: Why South Africa v New Zealand is Rugby's Greatest Rivalry

Hosts

Trevor Nyakane
Host of the show; Springbok rugby player with leadership insight and frontline perspective
Steven Kitshoff
Co-host; Springbok rugby player known for leadership and pack dynamics analysis
Ross Karl
Guest-turned-host in several episodes; rugby analyst with focus on tactics and match previews

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 93 ratings
  • Best SA pod out there!

    I love For The Love Of Rugby, so the South African expansion has been a brilliant addition. To now have Dan Carter on is just fantastic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Strong South African rugby perspective with cross-border insights.
Dynamic banter and approachable hosts keep complex topics engaging.
Guests consistently bring high-level rugby insight and tactical breakdowns.

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Apple Podcasts
#10
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#11
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#25
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#223
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#5
Germany/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#28
Italy/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

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Steve Hansen: On Rassie & Why Elite Coaches Need An Ego
Q: What's your thoughts on Rassie and how do you think he will approach this game in Australia?
The guests discuss Rassie as a strategic thinker who blends bold selection with a clear ethos, emphasizing squad depth, rotation, and preparing for travel fatigue while keeping core DNA intact.
How To Survive Your First Springbok Camp
Q: What do you make of Bernard Jansen van Rensburg being picked for England?
Trevor and Steven respond that it's a deserved opportunity for a capable player to represent at the international level, highlighting that ambition to compete at the top level is universal regardless of country.
The Ultimate Springboks Quiz: Stadiums, Referees & Instagram Followers
Q: How many Instagram followers do you have?
Around 150,000-151,000.
Do Stormers Win The URC? Who Leads Springboks After Kolisi? | Q&A
Q: How hard is it to break into the Springbok camp when the team is settled?
Rassie is open-minded about selection and prioritizes finding players who fit the team's style and protocol, not just the best individuals; new caps come in as the team evolves.
The Best Speeches We've Ever Heard | We Answer Your Questions
Q: What is the best rugby speech you've ever heard?
Trevor and Steven discuss a speech that inspired the squad, emphasizing how leadership can lock a team into a shared purpose and drive them toward a common goal.

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Two former Springboks host a rugby-focused conversation that blends on-field analysis with personal insight, spotlighting leadership, squad depth, and tactical battles across major Southern Hemisphere rivalries. Episodes frequently explore Rassie Erasmus-era strategies, Bok scrum dominance, and domestic URC storylines, while maintaining lively banter and real-world sponsor integrations. The show stands out for its South African rugby flavor, clear expertise from current pros, and a willingness to connect global media narrative with local fan culture, making it appealing to rugby-minded listeners and industry watchers alike.

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1. Trevor Nyakane
2. Steven Kitshoff
3. Ruhan Nel
4. Francke Horn
5. Vincent Koch
6. Steve Hansen
7. Ewen McKenzie
8. Dan Carter

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