Springboks Shine in Rainy Cape Town Showdown

This past Saturday, the Springboks gave South Africans something to cheer about with a big win over the Barbarians at DHL Stadium in Cape Town. Despite the wet and rainy weather, the Boks came out firing and ended the match with a commanding 54–7 victory.

🌟 A Flying Start

The Springboks didn’t waste any time. Just six minutes in, Malcolm Marx scored the first try from a powerful maul. Moments later, Aphelele Fassi put in a clever kick that Cheslin Kolbe chased down for another brilliant try.

🔥 New Faces Make Their Mark

One of the biggest talking points was the debut of Vincent Tshituka, who scored two strong tries and quickly became a fan favourite. The crowd was loving it!

💪 Bench Power

All eight players who came off the bench scored tries. Yes, every single one. This included Jan-Hendrik Wessels, Kurt-Lee Arendse, Lood de Jager, and Damian de Allende, who finished things off with the final try in the last minute.

👏 A Farewell Moment

Although the Barbarians only managed one late try, it was still a special moment as rugby legends Sam Cane and Peter O’Mahony played their final match in the famous black-and-white jersey.

🇿🇦 What’s Next for the Boks?

This was more than just a warm-up. The Springboks used this match to test combinations, show off their depth, and build momentum ahead of their next challenge. They take on Italy this coming Saturday, 5 July, in what will be the start of their official Test series.

In a nutshell? The Boks were powerful, clinical, and full of energy. Saturday’s match wasn’t just a win, it was a statement. We are so proud of our boys!