Top Scoring Springbok Touches of the 2024 Season
🏉 Twists and Triumphs in 2024: The Springboks' Top 10 Mind-Blowing Tries
Say goodbye to the old, boring days of kicks and structured play – the Springboks have kicked things up a notch, thanks to former All Black flyhalf Tony Brown! This season, with Brown's unorthodox vision, the Green and Gold have dazzled across the field and transformed rugby into an electrifying spectacle worth witnessing[K1]!
While some may question if Tonyball is the way forward for the Boks or if they should stick to their traditional strengths, one thing is certain: the results speak for themselves[TL1]. The Springboks claimed their first Rugby Championship title since 2019 and ended the year on top of the world rankings, having won 11 out of 13 Tests[2] – all while building depth and utilizing an impressive 51 players[2].
So, sit back, grab a cold beer, and prepare to be amazed as we count down the Top 10 unforgettable tries of the season from the Springboks' stunning comeback!
🥇 10. A Bloemfontein Beauty🔗 [Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu][TF1] sends a crushing try through the Portuguese defense to Makazole Mapimpi, who glides past defenders for one of his three tries in the historic encounter in Bloemfontein[3].
🥈 9. The First Thundering SalvoThe Boks kick off the season with a bang as Jesse Kriel powers through for the first try of the year, thanks to a basketball-like pass from Aphelele Fassi and a 1-2 with Makazole Mapimpi[3].
🥉 8. Mastermind GeniusOnly the genius that is Rassie Erasmus could come up with this trick play that left the All Blacks in awe as Malcolm Marx makes way for Cheslin Kolbe to throw into the lineout, leading to Siya Kolisi's eventual score[4].
🏆 7. Always AheadAlways looking like a step ahead, Willie le Roux and Makazole Mapimpi team up to create a work of art at Murrayfield through their incredible symbiosis[3].
🏆 6. Power and PanachePower meets finesse in this sensational try against England as Man of the Match Cheslin Kolbe steps Ollie Sleightholme and powers in for his second score of the game, thanks to Damian de Allende's brutal surge and excellent offload[3].
🏆 5. Tony Brown's First ImpressionThe influential Tony Brown made his mark in the much-anticipated first Test against Ireland at Loftus, leading to this flowing five-pointer as Pieter-Steph du Toit, Jesse Kriel, Siya Kolisi, and Kurt-Lee Arendse show off their dynamic skills[3].
🏆 4. Kriel's Cracking CreationThe Boks conclude their 33-7 rout of the Wallabies with a fantastic try dished up by Jesse Kriel, who zigzags through the line and fires a brilliant pass to Kurt-Lee Arendse[3].
🏆 3. Defence Becomes OffenceIn a flash, the Boks turn defence into attack in the Perth rain and scores a stunning try through Makazole Mapimpi and Aphelele Fassi[3].
🏆 2. Skill Meets DeterminationA delayed flat ball from Manie Libbok to Aphelele Fassi is sublime, and Fassi's long pass to Cheslin Kolbe's hot-stepping step leads to a brilliant try against Argentina's Matias Moroni and Tomas Albornoz[4].
🏆 1. A Moment of Bok MagicDamian de Allende's break sets the stage for this magical score against Argentina, as Cheslin Kolbe's incredible determination, step-and-go skills, and willpower allow him to put Aphelele Fassi in for his second try of the night[SP1].
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Editor's Choice⚠️ A harsh truth in the face of all the glory: the South African rugby team's journey has been marked by controversy and conflict, as former Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus clashed with World Rugby and the South African Rugby Union over various issues[SC1].
Latest News🔗 Quintin van Jaarsveld is a highly-esteemed journalist known for his impressive coverage, having been honored as the MDDA-Sanlam SA Local Sports Journalist of the Year and the Vodacom KwaZulu-Natal Sports Journalist of the Year on multiple occasions[SP2].
New Zealand, Argentina, Australia, and More!Stay up-to-date with all the latest rugby news from across the global rugby family: Argentina, Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, and beyond[T1]!
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- Sport enthusiasts can enjoy the Springboks' unbelievable plays, revolutionizing rugby with Tony Brown's vision, as the team claimed the Rugby Championship title and ended the year at the top of the world rankings.
- As the Springboks have been showcasing electrifying tries, such as Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's Bloemfontein Beauty and Cheslin Kolbe's Power and Panache in a match against England, fans are eager to bet on more Rugby365 action.
- While the Springboks have been dominating the field, they have also faced controversy, with former coach Rassie Erasmus clashing with World Rugby and the South African Rugby Union over various issues.
- Quintin van Jaarsveld, a renowned rugby journalist, provides up-to-date news on the Springboks and the global rugby family, including Argentina, Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, and beyond.
- Rassie Erasmus, now a rugby analyst, was the mastermind behind some unorthodox plays for the Springboks, demonstrating the team's strengths on and off the field.
- In addition to the Springboks, fans can also follow other rugby teams through Rugby365, staying informed about international matches and tournaments.
