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Marius Joubert scores against the All Blacks at Ellis Park in 2004

On this day: Joubert puts three past Kiwis

On 14 August 2004, Springbok centre Marius Joubert scored a hat-trick against the All Blacks when South Africa beat New Zealand at Ellis Park.

On this day: Bok fan tackles ref

On 10 August 2002, Piet van Zyl made his way onto the field to tackle referee David McHugh during a Tri-Nations Test between the Springboks and All Blacks in Durban.

South Africa's lock Eben Etzebeth runs to score a try during the Rugby Championship final-round match between South Africa and Argentina at Ellis Park in Johannesburg on July 29, 2023.

Watch: Eben, rugby’s aggressive superstar

According to former Scotland lock Jim Hamilton, Springbok enforcer Eben Etzebeth has channelled the “violence” within him and become one of the greatest players ever.

Editorial use only. No book use. Mandatory Credit: Photo by Aled Llywelyn/Huw Evans/Shutterstock/BackpagePix (12591775be) Makazole Mapimpi of South Africa’s disallowed try Wales v South Africa - Autumn Nations Series - 06 Nov 2021

Watch: Mapimpi, the try machine

Makazole Mapimpi was left out of SA Rugby magazine’s Springbok squad chosen to defend the World Cup, but this compilation is a reminder of the winger’s lethal finishing.

Watch: Fijian flyer flattened in mudbath

Renowned for their explosiveness and pace, Fijians take some stopping but this speedster gets laid out by a crunching hit in a local clash in inclement conditions.

BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA - AUGUST 05: Makazole Mapimpi of South Africa runs with the ball during the Rugby World Cup 2023 warm up match between Argentina and South Africa at Jose Amalfitani Stadium on August 05, 2023 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. (Photo by Juan Jose Gasparini/Gallo Images)

Highlights: Boks bounce back in Buenos Aires

Second-half strikes from wings Makazole Mapimpi and Canan Moodie propelled the Springboks to an impressive comeback victory over Argentina on Saturday.

Watch: Aquaman cheers All Blacks victory

Hollywood star Jason Momoa was spotted pitchside, as well as rubbing shoulders with legend Richie McCaw, at the clash between New Zealand and Australia in Dunedin.

Watch: Bok wizard needs tech support

The Springboks always make an effort to pose for photos with fans post-match, but Damian Willemse’s cellphone navigation skills could do with some work!

Watch: Saffa sees red for Bok hit

Ireland flanker CJ Stander got his marching orders for his late sack on former Springbok playmaker Pat Lambie in this collection of punishable collisions from across the globe.

Frederic Michalak of the French Barbarians during the 2017 International A rugby match between South Africa A and the French Barbarians at the at Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban, South Africa on 16 June 2017

Watch: French playmaker lost for words

Frederic Michalak’s mesmerising skill on the field had fans screaming for more, yet this post-match interview with the former France flyhalf will leave you speechless!