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Boks Unpacked is your all-access pass into the heart of Springbok rugby. Hosted by passionate insiders and former pros, this dynamic show takes fans beyond the highlights and scoreboards, unpacking every scrum, tackle, and strategic play with insight you won’t hear anywhere else. From pre-match analysis to behind-the-scenes stories, Boks Unpacked celebrates the green-and-gold legacy while keeping you up to date on every high-stakes moment of the season. Whether you’re a lifelong supporter or new to the Bok family, this is the show that puts you in the front row. The Verdict is where rugby’s biggest talking points meet uncompromising debate. Each episode cuts through the noise, delivering sharp opinions, fearless analysis, and a final say on the most controversial calls in the game. With expert hosts who aren’t afraid to challenge the narrative, The Verdict keeps fans engaged, informed, and ready to weigh in themselves. If you want the inside track on the decisions, tactics, and drama shaping South African rugby, this is the show that tells it straight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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IRELAND IMPLODE UNDER BOK PRESSURE | The Verdict S03 EP.04

2025/11/25

Another historic win in Dublin — and one of the wildest Test matches we’ve seen in years. Ireland finished with five cards, the crowd lost their minds, the TMO was everywhere, and yet the Boks’ power up front completely took over. From Sacha’s magic to Marx’s dominance and the scrum turning the game into a one-way demolition, South Africa ended Ireland’s 13-year home streak with a 24–13 victory that felt bigger than the scoreline. In this episode of The Verdict, Jean, Shimmy and Schalk dive into every moment: the card chaos, the controversial calls, the disallowed tries, the final 10 minutes of madness, and whether this Irish team is genuinely in decline or just in transition. We unpack Rassie’s reaction to the crowd, the Betway predictions drama, the WeBuy Moment of the Week, and the bigger implications heading into Wales. A wild Test deserves a wild analysis — and this one has everything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

South Africa vs Ireland | Boks Ready for the TOUGHEST TEST of the Year | Boks Unpacked S2 EP4

2025/11/21

The guys are back for another episode with plenty to unpack. They break down Franco Mostert’s rescinded red card and what the whole situation means for the Bok camp. Looking ahead to a massive SA vs Ireland clash, they dig into the key match-ups and where the game could be won, and round things off with a look at the other fixtures on the rugby calendar this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WORLD RUGBY UNDER FIRE! SPRINGBOKS FIGHT BACK AFTER SHOCK RED CARD | The Verdict S03 EP03

2025/11/19

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Springboks DOMINATE France, Rassie Makes BIG Changes & Shimmy Is BACK! | Boks Unpacked S2 EP3

2025/11/17

In this episode, Shimmy rejoins the guys after his travels and Schalk is back from a quick trip to France. They break down the off-field highlights from their time abroad, reflect on the Springboks’ dominant performance against the French, and look ahead to this weekend’s clash with Italy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

14 Man Boks Batter The French! | FRANCE vs SOUTH AFRICA REVIEW

2025/11/11

The Boks have done it again - 14 men, no problem! In this week’s episode of The Verdict, Jean de Villiers is joined by Robbie Fleck and Rito Hlungwani to unpack South Africa’s incredible 32–17 victory over the reigning European champions, France, in Paris. From Lood de Jager’s red card drama to Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s breakout performance, the team breaks down every key moment of this heavyweight showdown. The trio also revisit last week’s Betway predictions - and reveal how the bold calls paid off (or didn’t). With Jean’s confident 8–15 point win prediction proving spot on, the leaderboard has shifted once again, shaking up the standings in style! They also dissect Rassie Erasmus’ tactical brilliance, the Boks’ set-piece dominance, and the incredible impact of the Bomb Squad, before looking ahead to the Italy clash and rounding up the biggest rugby headlines from across the weekend. Plus, the guys reveal their WeBuyMoment of the Week — the play that defined the round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boks vs France - The French seek REVENGE, Sacha’s BIGGEST test, Siya Kolisi 100 CAPS

2025/11/08

In this episode, Jean and Schalk are joined by Springbok legend, Toulon captain, and Hall of Famer Joe van Niekerk. They unpack one of the Boks’ biggest Tests of the year against France, look back on Joe’s playing days, and dive into his inspiring story of change and perspective after rugby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SPRINGBOKS RUN RIOT AGAINST JAPAN IN 61-7 WIN | S03 EP.01

2025/11/05

What a way to kick things off! The Springboks announced their Autumn Nations Series campaign in style with a 61-7 demolition of Japan at Wembley. Jean de Villiers is joined by Robbie Fleck and Rito Hlungwani to unpack every key moment, from Siya Kolisi’s early try to Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s magic double and Kurt-Lee Arendse’s electric brace. The panel breaks down the Boks’ dominance, the injury blow to Ox Nche, and how this statement win sets the tone ahead of France next week. Plus, we take a look at the All Blacks vs Ireland and England vs Australia clashes, the Betway predictions leaderboard, and the WeBuy Moment of the Week. Don’t forget to subscribe, drop your thoughts below, and catch us this Friday on Boks Unpacked as we look ahead to a huge battle in Paris! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Boks are back, Zach Porthen’s Surprise Debut & Eddie Jones vs Rassie | Boks Unpacked!

2025/10/31

The boys are back for Season 2 of Boks Unpacked. In this episode, they unpack the Boks vs Japan clash kicking off on Saturday November 1st, Zachary Porthen’s incredible rise to his Springbok debut, and some brutal memories from Eddie Jones and his Japanese side. They also dive into Eddie’s remarks ahead of the weekend, the Jan-Hendrik Wessels ban, and how the Boks can make a statement on tour. A big thank you to Epic Villa in Camps Bay and the team at Shoot My House for the stunning venue for this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How The Boks Destroyed The All Blacks!

2025/09/17

What a weekend of rugby history! The Springboks delivered their most dominant performance ever against New Zealand, handing the All Blacks a record-breaking 43-10 defeat in Wellington. Jean de Villiers, Schalk Burger and Hanyani Shimange break down how the Boks turned a tight first half into one of the greatest second-half displays in Test history. From Cheslin Kolbe’s brilliance, Willemse’s impact, Kwagga Smith’s try, and the All Blacks’ collapse – this is a match that will be remembered forever. We also look at Shimmy’s hilarious off-field “injury saga,” the chaos of the Rugby Championship table, the Wallabies’ clash with the Pumas, and the Springbok Ladies’ brave World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand. Plus, our WeBuyMoment of the Week, betting predictions, and the guys’ final verdict on this historic Test. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boks Unpacked - Can The Boks Cause An Upset Against The All Blacks?

2025/09/12

The Springboks face their toughest test yet as they head to Sky Stadium, Wellington, to keep their Rugby Championship hopes alive against the All Blacks. With seven changes to the side, Jasper Wiese’s return, and Rassie calling for 25+ points, Jean de Villiers, Schalk Burger and Robbie Fleck unpack all the big talking points — from Victor Matfield’s lineout concerns to Kevin Pietersen’s swipe at All Black celebrations. We also look at the Springbok Women’s World Cup clash with the Black Ferns, Bafana Bafana’s qualification push, and whether we’ve seen the last of some Bok legends. All that plus the Currie Cup playoff picks and Impact Player calls — don’t miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What Went Wrong Against The All Blacks & Can The Boks Bounce Back?

2025/09/09

Jean and Schalk are joined by Robbie Fleck to break down the craziness of the first test match against the All Blacks and ask what the Boks can do to win the 2nd test? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boks Unpacked On The Road x Shimmy & Justin Marshall

2025/09/09

Shimmy caught up with All Blacks legend Justin Marshall for some good rugby chat and plenty of banter along the way🇳🇿 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boks Unpacked x Can The Boks Beat The All Blacks?

2025/09/09

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The Verdic - Ep 2 - Boks Manage To Overcome Impressive Wallabies!

2025/08/26

Jean, Schalk and Shimmy dissect in minute detail how the Boks managed to overcome a dangerous Wallabies side in Cape Town and in doing so blow The Championship wide open..... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boks Unpacked Ep2 - Can the Bomb squad do the job this weekend?

2025/08/24

The Boks are reeling after a wild Ellis Park clash — 20 minutes of brilliance followed by 60 minutes of heartbreak. Jean, Schalk, Shimmy and special guest Tim Cocker break down what went wrong, what went right, and what’s next for the Springboks. From tactical kicking to breakdown struggles, we unpack every moment. We also dive into the 10 changes to the Bok starting XV, the return of Handré Pollard and Damien de allende, and what this means for the Rugby Championship. Plus: Aussie resurgence, Wales cutting teams, Louis Rees-Zammit’s NFL return. A packed episode you don’t want to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.