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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🇿🇦 Springboks vs Italy 2nd Test | Moerat Named Captain, Willie 100th Cap, Morné MOTM MAGIC 🏆🇮🇹
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🇿🇦 Springboks vs Italy 2nd Test | Moerat Named Captain, Willie 100th Cap, Morné MOTM MAGIC 🏆🇮🇹
🇿🇦 Springboks vs Italy 2nd Test | Moerat Named Captain, Willie 100th Cap, Morné MOTM MAGIC 🏆🇮🇹
The Springbok team for the 2nd Test vs Italy is out — and there’s a lot to talk about! Salmaan Moerat has been named captain, Willie le Roux hits his 100th cap, and Morné van den Berg was the standout Man of the Match in the first Test. We break down every big call from the selectors and preview what to expect in this must-watch clash!
🔥 This Episode Covers:
✅ Full Bok Team Breakdown for 2nd Test
👑 Moerat as captain – bold call or future leader?
💯 Willie le Roux’s 100th – legacy talk
🏆 Morné van den Berg – breakout star of the Italy series?
⚔️ Tactical expectations vs Italy
🤔 How do these selections shape the Bok depth chart?
📺 Hit play for your weekly fix of honest, insightful Bok rugby analysis.
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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