Archive for November 30th, 2007

Baa-baas: `We`ll entertain you`

November 30, 2007
Posted by Rasputin

The famous rock group Queen had a hit song called ‘Let me entertain you’. A few other artists – including British pop megastar Robbie Williams – had songs with the same title, but few could entertain like Queen.
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Boks wary of Baa-baas backlash

November 30, 2007
Posted by Rasputin

Hopefully Springbok skipper Johann Muller was not being too literal when he said at a press conference that the great thing about Saturday’s clash with the Barbarians at Twickenham is that it is a rare opportunity for the players to have fun.
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Collins Enjoying Old-School Stint

November 30, 2007
Posted by Rasputin

Jerry Collins may be one of rugby’s star attractions but the big-hitting All Black is determined to stay in touch with his amateur roots.
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Smit: Captain Spectacular

November 30, 2007
Posted by Rasputin

Bok skipper our greatest ambassador.
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Why they’ve become South African

November 30, 2007
Posted by Rasputin

Quite a few South Africans who were there have remarked on how well the Springboks were received in Cardiff in the buildup to and during last weekend’s clash with Wales.
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Hungry pack chasing Springboks

November 30, 2007
Posted by Rasputin

South Africa are the narrow favourites to retain their Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens title when the action gets underway today, but the last event to be staged at the Dubai Exiles is far from clear cut with several sides equipped to take honours.
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Ackermann to spark Bok pack

November 30, 2007
Posted by Rasputin

Veteran Springbok lock Johan Ackermann has received a consolation prize after missing out on the rugby World Cup tournament in France.
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