South African rugby union footballer
Springboks shut down André Esterhuizen racism questions ahead of Wallabies clash: André Esterhuizen will captain the Springboks for the first time against ...
iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/2026-09-26-springboks-shut-down-andr-esterhuizen-questions-ahead-of-wallabies-clash/
Boks sidestep Esterhuizen captaincy controversy over 2012 racial incident: Springbok captain Andre Esterhuizen was blocked from answering questions in Saturday’s ...
news24.com/sport/rugby/springboks/boks-sidestep-esterhuizen-captaincy-controversy-over-2012-racial-incident-20260926-0539
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Springboks’ André Esterhuizen furore exposes SA’s unresolved past: Some of the public backlash and outcry that surrounded Springbok centre André Esterhuizen ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-09-29-esterhuizen-captaincy-furore-shows-south-africa-needs-honesty-about-race-and-rugbys-past/
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EWN Oct 07
Did SA Rugby drop the ball on André Esterhuizen racial controversy?: Fourteen years ago, Esterhuizen allegedly used the K-word against an opposing team’s coach ...
ewn.co.za/2026/10/07/did-sa-rugby-drop-the-ball-on-andre-esterhuizen-racial-controversy
Esterhuizen becomes ninth new Bok captain in Rassie era: Utility player André Esterhuizen will become the 68th man to lead the Springboks in a Test when they ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-09-22-swiss-army-knife-esterhuizen-becomes-ninth-new-springbok-captain-in-rassie-era/
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KEO UNCUT | Boks’ missed chance for André’s redemption: Rassie Erasmus got André Esterhuizen’s appointment as Springbok captain right, but he handled everything ...
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Khanyiso Tshwaku | Esterhuizen: If only Boks were open with SA over captain with a past
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Paid articlePaywallBoks go down in Perth: Australia 42 - Springboks 38: A spirited Australia side produced a display of grit and attacking flair to withstand a late Springbok ...
iol.co.za/sport/rugby/2026-09-27-boks-go-down-in-perth-australia-42-springboks-38/
The Citizen Oct 01
Anele Mgudlwa’s Esterhuizen post: Is there really a 947 listener boycott?: Reports of a 947 listener boycott after Anele Mgudlwa's call to ban Springbok captain ...
citizen.co.za/lifestyle/entertainment/celebrity-news/anele-mgudlwas-esterhuizen-post-is-there-really-a-947-listener-boycott/
Thirteen changes as Boks to be led by Esterhuizen against Wallabies: Jasper Wiese to earn 50th Test cap from the bench in Perth, while Handré Pollard is back ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2026-09-22-erasmus-makes-13-changes-as-boks-led-by-esterhuizen-for-test-against-wallabies/
André Esterhuizen: mastering every role without losing his edge: The Bic Flex 5 Hybrid’s flexible blade and pivoting head deliver the same precision ...
timeslive.co.za/lifestyle/2026-08-27-andre-esterhuizen-mastering-every-role-without-losing-his-edge/
The Citizen Jul 22
Springboks name 43-man group for Greatest Rivalry build-up and Argentina Test: Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named a group of 43 players to prepare for the ...
citizen.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks-squad-greatest-rivalry-argentina/
The Citizen Jul 05
Kolisi, Etzebeth and Ox in doubt for Scotland Test – Rassie: Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, Eben Etzebeth, Ox Nche and Andre Esterhuizen are in doubt for the ...
citizen.co.za/sport/rugby/kolisi-etzebeth-ox-could-miss-scotland/
Hometown hero Kolisi will lead Boks into battle against Baabaas: Combination of youth and experience to run out at Bay stadium on Saturday
timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2026-06-16-hometown-hero-kolisi-will-lead-boks-into-battle-against-baabaas/
planetrugby Jun 19
Springboks legends' verdict on Rassie Erasmus' shock selection as 'Andre the Giant' provides 'nice release valve'
planetrugby.com/news/springboks-legends-verdict-on-rassie-erasmus-shock-selection-as-andre-the-giant-provides-nice-release-valve
planetrugby Jun 18
Springboks: Andre Esterhuizen reveals what he expects from Barbarians' 'powerhouse centre pairing'
planetrugby.com/news/springboks-andre-esterhuizen-reveals-what-he-expects-from-barbarians-powerhouse-centre-pairing
Boks ramping up for BaaBaas showdown in Gqeberha: Erasmus will also have to gather an SA A team to take on the Zimbabwe Sables
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2026-05-14-boks-ramping-up-for-baabaas-showdown-in-gqeberha/
The Citizen May 13
Emile van Heerden wins Sharks Player of the Year award: Emile van Heerden was named the Sharks Player of the Year amid a tough season. André Esterhuizen and ...
citizen.co.za/sport/rugby/emile-van-heerden-wins-sharks-player-year-award/
Rugbypass May 07
Harlequins break silence on Ngani Laumape rumours: Harlequins boss Jason Gilmore has denied reports that the club are interested in bringing former All Blacks ...
rugbypass.com/news/harlequins-break-silence-on-ngani-laumape-rumours/
planetrugby Mar 27
Sharks player ratings: Springboks snub and Andre Esterhuizen 'lead the way' in hard-fought win against Cardiff
planetrugby.com/news/sharks-player-ratings-springboks-snub-and-andre-esterhuizen-lead-the-way-in-hard-fought-win-against-cardiff
planetrugby Mar 26
💬 Stuart McCloskey: "I don't think it will ever be at his level...but I'd never say no."
planetrugby Feb 28
Sharks player ratings: Andre Esterhuizen continues 'career-best form' while Springboks teammate 'struggles' and Bulls feast
planetrugby.com/news/sharks-player-ratings-andre-esterhuizen-continues-career-best-form-while-springboks-teammate-struggles-and-bulls-feast
eNCA Feb 20
Sharks rest Springboks for crucial encounter: Sharks coach JP Pietersen is without several Springboks for his side's visit to the Lions.
enca.com/sport/sharks-rest-springboks-crucial-encounter
‘You can’t preach without doing’: Andre the Giant on leading Sharks by example: When Andre Esterhuizen was named Sharks captain, it was tempting to think that JP ...
news24.com/sport/rugby/sharks/you-cant-preach-without-doing-andre-the-giant-on-leading-sharks-by-example-20260128-1128
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Sharks skipper praises scrumhalves, wings as kicking game undoes Stormers: The Sharks pegged the Stormers in their own half with a strong kicking game during ...
citizen.co.za/sport/rugby/sharks-captain-praises-kicking-game-stormers-urc/
planetrugby Jan 29
Andre Esterhuizen hails 'unbelievable' Springboks team-mate as Sharks player to watch against Stormers
planetrugby.com/news/andre-esterhuizen-hails-unbelievable-springboks-team-mate-as-sharks-player-to-watch-against-stormers
The Citizen Jan 28
The Citizen Jan 25
Dominant Sharks put awful Stormers to the sword for second URC win: The Sharks slaughtered the Stormers in Cape Town, winning 30-19 on Saturday.
timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2026-01-24-dominant-sharks-put-awful-stormers-to-the-sword-for-second-urc-win/
Sharks hoping they have got their bite back, says Esterhuizen: Saracens win brought Durban side back into contention in the Champions Cup
timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2025-12-17-sharks-hoping-they-have-got-their-bite-back-says-esterhuizen/
planetrugby Dec 14 25
Sharks v Saracens: Five takeaways as Andre Esterhuizen 'turns the tide' in monsoon conditions with Springboks firing against ill-disciplined Sarries
planetrugby.com/news/sharks-v-saracens-five-takeaways-as-andre-esterhuizen-turns-the-tide-in-monsoon-conditions-with-springboks-firing-against-ill-disciplined-sarries
New coach Pietersen names his Sharks captain, Fassi makes long awaited return: All eyes may be on Andre Esterhuizen’s 100th match for the Sharks when they face ...
news24.com/sport/rugby/urc/new-coach-pietersen-names-his-sharks-captain-fassi-makes-long-awaited-return-20251212-0857
Paid articlePaywallMARK KEOHANE | The bruised Sharks can bank on ‘Andre the Giant’ : Saturday’s 100th is a fitting milestone for Esterhuizen, the most physically intimidating back ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2025-12-12-mark-keohane-the-bruised-sharks-can-bank-on-andre-the-giant/
Rassie’s vision to turn Esterhuizen into a hybrid player paid off against France: The value of having a player such as André Esterhuizen who can operate at flank ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-11-10-rassies-vision-to-turn-esterhuizen-into-a-hybrid-player-paid-off-against-france/
Springboks' Siya Kolisi sure Eben Etzebeth’s red card 'will be revealed to be an accident'
iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/2025-11-29-springboks-siya-kolisi-sure-eben-etzebeths-red-card-will-be-revealed-to-be-an-accident/
Andre the Giant’s 100th: Esterhuizen becomes Sharks centurion in time of crisis: Andre Esterhuizen’s expected 100th match for the Sharks against Saracens in a ...
news24.com/sport/rugby/urc/andre-the-giants-100th-esterhuizen-becomes-sharks-centurion-in-time-of-crisis-20251210-0489
Paid articlePaywallSpringboks run riot in Cardiff but Eben Etzebeth's red card mars masterclass: The world champions ran in 11 tries to dismantle Wales and secure their best-ever ...
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planetrugby Dec 01 25
Springboks: Nick Mallett reveals which part of Andre Esterhuizen's game has improved since moving to the forwards
planetrugby.com/news/springboks-nick-mallett-reveals-which-part-of-andre-esterhuizens-game-has-improved-since-moving-to-the-forwards
The Citizen Dec 01 25
Esterhuizen: Boks happy to finish No 1 before World Cup draw: André Esterhuizen said the Springboks had identified a first place finish as a target at the ...
citizen.co.za/sport/rugby/andre-esterhuizen-springboks-number-one-world-rankings-cup/
KEO UNCUT | Rassie saw in Andre what we all couldn’t : Andre Esterhuizen’s Springbok career has always felt like it sat on the edge of something ...
sundaytimes.timeslive.co.za/sport/2025-11-15-sp1611-keocol-keo-uncut-rassie-saw-in-andre-what-we-all-couldnt/
Ton-up for Siya as Rassie omits Kwagga and Hooker for Les Bleus showdown: Siya Kolisi will play his 100th Test for the Springboks when he leads the world ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-11-06-ton-up-for-siya-as-rassie-omits-kwagga-and-hooker-for-les-bleus-showdown/
A trip up the Garden Route in the Ford Everest Sport from a non-petrolhead: The Ford Everest Sport sits comfortably in the sweet spot between style and substance ...
news24.com/life/motoring/new-models/road-tests/a-trip-up-the-garden-route-in-the-ford-everest-sport-from-a-non-petrolhead-20251116-1343
Paid articlePaywallPLAYER RATINGS | The Viking, Eskom and Andre the Giant among outstanding Springbok performers
iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/2025-11-16-the-viking-eskom-and-andre-the-giant-among-outstanding-springbok-performers-against-italy/
Versatile Esterhuizen gives Boks tactical edge, says Brown: Rivals likely to explore similar options: attack coach
timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2025-11-11-versatile-esterhuizen-gives-boks-tactical-edge-says-brown/
Springboks’ unbelievable comeback: Their greatest ever?: The Springboks’ remarkable 31-17 victory over France at the Stade de France, achieved while reduced to ...
iol.co.za/sport/rugby/2025-11-10-springboks-unbelievable-comeback-their-greatest-ever/
Sharks need a new half-back duo for URC homecoming against Ulster: The Sharks need an injection of energy at scrumhalf and flyhalf for Saturday's URC match ...
iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/2025-10-14-sharks-need-a-new-half-back-duo-for-urc-homecoming-against-ulster/
Consistency, versatility and adaptability are keys to Boks’ team for Pumas showdown
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-09-23-consistency-versatility-and-adaptability-are-keys-to-boks-team-for-pumas-showdown/
Rampaging South Africa power to record 43-10 win over All Blacks: South Africa shrugged off a litany of injuries to humiliate New Zealand 43-10 in Wellington on ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2025-09-13-rampaging-south-africa-power-to-record-43-10-win-over-all-blacks/
Key FactsSpringboks Shatter All Blacks with Historic Victory
Sep 13, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dailymaverick.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dailymaverick.co.za
- The Springboks scored six tries and dominated the second half with an unchallenged 36-point surge.
- Damian Willemse was pivotal, shifting from inside centre to fullback and orchestrating the team's play.
- The 33-point loss is the heaviest ever suffered by the All Blacks, surpassing their 2023 defeat at Twickenham.
- This emphatic win enhances South Africa’s prospects of retaining the Rugby Championship despite key player injuries.
Wallabies rise from the ashes to beat Boks at Ellis Park: Whatever was said by Australia coach Joe Schmidt during his half-time rollicking worked like a charm.
timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2025-08-16-wallabies-rise-from-the-ashes-to-beat-boks-at-ellis-park/
It’s just a hybrid thing: Kwagga backs Esterhuizen’s adaptability for Springbok dual role
news24.com/sport/rugby/springboks/its-just-a-hybrid-thing-kwagga-backs-esterhuizens-adaptability-for-springbok-dual-role-20250716-1112
Paid articlePaywallOpinionANALYSIS | Esterhuizen experiment – from nice idea to silver bullet option from Italy win
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Paid articlePaywall Masterclass in misdirection: Why the Springboks’ hybrid player strategy will keep opponents guessing
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-07-02-masterclass-in-misdirection-why-the-springboks-hybrid-player-strategy-will-keep-opponents-guessing/
planetrugby Jun 30 25
🇿🇦 Springboks coach Daan Human on the Andre Esterhuizen move.https://twitter.com/SSRugby/status/1939710942536777986/video/1
Andre Esterhuizen's hybrid role: Another game-changer for the Rassie Erasmus' Springboks
iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/2025-06-29-andre-esterhuizens-hybrid-role-another-game-changer-for-the-rassie-erasmus-springboks/
planetrugby Jun 29 25
Rassie Erasmus lifts lid on Andre Esterhuizen experiment and the role Felix Jones played
planetrugby.com/news/rassie-erasmus-lifts-lid-on-andre-esterhuizen-experiment-and-the-role-felix-jones-played
A hybrid Andre the Giant latest Bok invention: ‘He hasn’t gone to the farm yet...’
news24.com/sport/rugby/springboks/a-hybrid-andre-the-giant-latest-bok-invention-he-hasnt-gone-to-the-farm-yet-20250630-0754
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Springboks centre Esterhuizen embraces hybrid role among the forwards: The age of the hybrid rugby player may be nearer than many think as world champions South ...
reuters.com/en/springboks-centre-esterhuizen-embraces-hybrid-role-among-forwards-2025-06-29/
EWN Jun 30 25
Esterhuizen relishing hybrid Bok role, Fouché says debut a dream come true: Andre Esterhuizen admitted that he was comfortable with fulfilling the 'hybrid role' ...
ewn.co.za/2025/06/30/esterhuizen-relishing-hybrid-bok-role-fouche-say-debut-a-dream-come-true
EWN Jun 29 25
Springbok coach Erasmus introduces 'hybrid player' Esterhuizen: When replacement back Andre Esterhuizen came on early in the second half of the non-cap ...
ewn.co.za/2025/06/29/springbok-coach-erasmus-introduces-hybrid-player-esterhuizen
OpinionCOMMENT: Morné van den Berg the big winner, Lood de Jager back with a bang as Springboks bash Barbarians
iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/2025-06-28-comment-morn-van-den-berg-the-big-winner-lood-de-jager-back-with-a-bang-as-springboks-bash-barbarians/
planetrugby May 09 25