Bok Debut for Porthen! Plumtree Out, Stormers Fly, Bulls Stumble & Lions Rise | URC Round 5 Recap
We break down the latest twists in South African rugby — John Plumtree to depart the Sharks at season’s end after a rocky campaign (despite a bounce-back win over Scarlets), plus all the key URC Round 5 action and Rassie’s Bok squad update with Zachary Porthen set for his debut against Japan.
🔥 This Episode Covers:
✅ Plumtree to Leave the Sharks – Confirmation that John Plumtree will exit after an underwhelming start to the season; what’s next for the Durban franchise?
✅ URC Round 5 Recap & Talking Points – The Bulls stumble in Glasgow, the Lions notch back-to-back wins with a statement victory over Ulster, the Sharks find rhythm against Scarlets, and the Stormers keep rolling with another away triumph — this time in Treviso over Benetton.
✅ Springbok Squad Update – Rassie’s men ready for the Japan Test, with Zachary Porthen set to make his debut. What does this selection signal for the Boks’ long-term plans?
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– Is John Plumtree’s exit the right call for the Sharks’ rebuild?
– Can the Bulls bounce back after a tough night in Glasgow?
– Are the Lions quietly emerging as the season’s dark horses?
– How good are these Stormers really — genuine title contenders again?
– And what can we expect from Zachary Porthen’s first Bok cap?
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Bok Debut for Porthen! Plumtree Out, Stormers Fly, Bulls Stumble & Lions Rise | URC Round 5 Recap
We break down the latest twists in South African rugby — John Plumtree to depart the Sharks at season’s end after a rocky campaign (despite a bounce-back win over Scarlets), plus all the key URC Round 5 action and Rassie’s Bok squad update with Zachary Porthen set for his debut against Japan.
🔥 This Episode Covers:
✅ Plumtree to Leave the Sharks – Confirmation that John Plumtree will exit after an underwhelming start to the season; what’s next for the Durban franchise?
✅ URC Round 5 Recap & Talking Points – The Bulls stumble in Glasgow, the Lions notch back-to-back wins with a statement victory over Ulster, the Sharks find rhythm against Scarlets, and the Stormers keep rolling with another away triumph — this time in Treviso over Benetton.
✅ Springbok Squad Update – Rassie’s men ready for the Japan Test, with Zachary Porthen set to make his debut. What does this selection signal for the Boks’ long-term plans?
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– Is John Plumtree’s exit the right call for the Sharks’ rebuild?
– Can the Bulls bounce back after a tough night in Glasgow?
– Are the Lions quietly emerging as the season’s dark horses?
– How good are these Stormers really — genuine title contenders again?
– And what can we expect from Zachary Porthen’s first Bok cap?
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🇿🇦 Kolisi Back, But Kriel Captains | Springboks Team Breakdown vs All Blacks + Currie Cup Roundup
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🇿🇦 Kolisi Back, But Kriel Captains | Springboks Team Breakdown vs All Blacks + Currie Cup Roundup
🇿🇦 Kolisi Back, But Kriel Captains | Springboks Team Breakdown vs All Blacks + Currie Cup Roundup
The Springboks have named their side for the showdown with the All Blacks — Siya Kolisi is fit and firing, but Jesse Kriel wears the armband in a bold call from Rassie. We unpack the full match-day 23, tactical tweaks, and what the leadership decision means for the Bok setup.
Meanwhile, the Currie Cup delivered big headlines: the Lions powered past the Bulls in a statement win, while the Sharks stole a late victory over Boland. Add to that the growing influence of returning URC players — and even coaches — reshaping squads, and the domestic competition is heating up.
🔥 This Episode Covers:
✅ Kolisi Back, Kriel Captain – Breaking down the leadership twist and what it signals
✅ Boks XV vs ABs – Key selections, bench balance, tactical game plan
💥 Lions Beat Bulls – Statement win fuels their playoff push
⚡ Sharks Edge Boland – URC players & coaches making their mark on the Currie Cup
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– Should Kolisi have reclaimed the captaincy, or is Kriel the right man for now?
– Can the Boks’ selection beat the All Blacks away from home?
– Are the Lions genuine Currie Cup contenders after smashing the Bulls?
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Bok Debut for Porthen! Plumtree Out, Stormers Fly, Bulls Stumble & Lions Rise | URC Round 5 Recap
We break down the latest twists in South African rugby — John Plumtree to depart the Sharks at season’s end after a rocky campaign (despite a bounce-back win over Scarlets), plus all the key URC Round 5 action and Rassie’s Bok squad update with Zachary Porthen set for his debut against Japan.
🔥 This Episode Covers:
✅ Plumtree to Leave the Sharks – Confirmation that John Plumtree will exit after an underwhelming start to the season; what’s next for the Durban franchise?
✅ URC Round 5 Recap & Talking Points – The Bulls stumble in Glasgow, the Lions notch back-to-back wins with a statement victory over Ulster, the Sharks find rhythm against Scarlets, and the Stormers keep rolling with another away triumph — this time in Treviso over Benetton.
✅ Springbok Squad Update – Rassie’s men ready for the Japan Test, with Zachary Porthen set to make his debut. What does this selection signal for the Boks’ long-term plans?
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– Is John Plumtree’s exit the right call for the Sharks’ rebuild?
– Can the Bulls bounce back after a tough night in Glasgow?
– Are the Lions quietly emerging as the season’s dark horses?
– How good are these Stormers really — genuine title contenders again?
– And what can we expect from Zachary Porthen’s first Bok cap?
👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe — building South African rugby talk week by week!
🏷️ #Springboks #URC #Rugby #Bulls #Lions #Sharks #Stormers #ZacharyPorthen #JohnPlumtree #RugbyPodcast #DummySwitchPod
