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Cheetahs Challenge Cup Frans Steyn of South Africa looks on during the Rugby Union international match between South Africa and Georgia at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on July 02, 2021 in Pretoria, South Africa. (Photo by
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Cheetahs lose two Springbok stars ahead of Challenge Cup showdown

Springboks legend Frans Steyn
Springboks

Springboks: Fun Frans Steyn fact that will BLOW your mind

Frans Steyn will start for the Cheetahs in the Challenge Cup. Image: BackpagePix.
Rugby

Cheetahs call on Frans Steyn for Challenge Cup battle

Cheetahs Challenge Cup Frans Steyn of South Africa looks on during the Rugby Union international match between South Africa and Georgia at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on July 02, 2021 in Pretoria, South Africa. (Photo by
Rugby

Cheetahs lose two Springbok stars ahead of Challenge Cup showdown

Springboks legend Frans Steyn
Springboks

Springboks: Fun Frans Steyn fact that will BLOW your mind

Frans Steyn will start for the Cheetahs in the Challenge Cup. Image: BackpagePix.
Rugby

Cheetahs call on Frans Steyn for Challenge Cup battle

Boks
Springboks

LATEST: Boks suffer big injury blow on eve of overseas tour

By Craig Lewis21-10-2022 09:52

The Boks’ options at flyhalf have been further compromised with Frans Steyn set to miss the end-of-year tour due to a knee injury.

Boks
Springboks

LATEST: New worries over another big injury blow for Boks

By Craig Lewis19-10-2022 14:42

The Boks’ options at flyhalf could be further compromised with reports that Frans Steyn may be sidelined for some time with a knee injury.

Boks
Rugby Championship

The simple scenario that would see the Springboks win the Rugby Championship

By James Freemantle24-09-2022 14:55

The Springboks can win the Rugby Championship, but they’ll need a resounding victory over Argentina’s Pumas. After New Zealand thumped Australia 40-14, the Boks need to win by 39 points or more today and secure a bonus point. Flyhalves Handre Pollard and Damian Willemse are out for today’s clash, so 35-year-old Frans Steyn will start […]

Frans Steyn
Springboks

Mallett: Steyn at flyhalf is not a ‘catastrophe’ for Boks

By Craig Lewis24-09-2022 09:15

Former Springbok coach Nick Mallett believes Frans Steyn is more than capable of doing a decent job at flyhalf against Argentina.

Frans Steyn Mallett
Rugby Championship

Frans Steyn: Springboks summon two-time World Cup winner to produce more magic

By James Freemantle23-09-2022 06:00

The Boks have placed their faith in the legendary Frans Steyn to conduct matters against Argentina from flyhalf. Here’s why that decision can pay dividends.

Frans Steyn South Africa v Italy
Springboks

The last time Frans Steyn started at flyhalf THIS was the Springbok team!

By Garrin Lambley21-09-2022 12:27

Veteran Frans Steyn will start at flyhalf for the Springboks on Saturday for the first time in over 14 years!

Faf de Klerk Boks
Springboks

Faf de Klerk to cover flyhalf, goal-kicking for Boks

By Craig Lewis21-09-2022 07:05

Faf de Klerk will have a crucial, although unusual, back-up role to play in this Saturday’s Test for the Boks in Durban.

Frans Steyn Mallett
Springboks

The last time Frans Steyn started at flyhalf LUKE WATSON was in the team!

By Garrin Lambley20-09-2022 15:53

Utility back Frans Steyn will start at flyhalf for the Springboks on Saturday for the first time in over 14 years!

Frans Steyn Springboks
Springboks

These 3 Springbok veterans need to retire NOW!

By Garrin Lambley28-08-2022 15:49

Springbok rugby appears to be fast descending into a state of turmoil following yet another dire performance against Australia in Adelaide.

Springboks Rugby Championship
Rugby Championship

Springbok squad: FOUR players miss out for Rugby Championship

By Garrin Lambley23-07-2022 12:57

Four players who were part of the Springbok squad for the series win over Wales did not make the national squad for the Rugby Championship.

Elton Jantjies Springboks
Rugby Championship

Elton Jantjies retains spot in Springbok squad for Rugby Championship

By Garrin Lambley23-07-2022 11:17

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has named a 41-man squad for the home leg of the Rugby Championship – including flyhalf Elton Jantjies.

Springboks Rugby Championship
Rugby Championship

Springbok legends return for Rugby Championship

By Garrin Lambley23-07-2022 10:45

Duane Vermeulen and Frans Steyn have been recalled to the Springbok squad for the home leg of the Rugby Championship.

Handre Pollard Boks
Springboks

LATEST: Boks still waiting for final contingent of players

By Craig Lewis22-06-2022 11:55

The Boks will only have all their players in camp from next week, just days before the opening Test against Wales.

Frans Steyn Springboks Boks
Springboks

Bok coach clarifies latest position on Duane Vermeulen, Frans Steyn

By Craig Lewis14-06-2022 14:46

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has provided a key update on veteran players Duane Vermeulen and Frans Steyn.

Damian Willemse
Springboks

JUST IN: Massive boost for Stormers, Boks as Willemse declared fit

By Craig Lewis10-06-2022 11:49

Versatile utility back Damian Willemse has made a remarkable recovery from injury to be declared fit for the Stormers and Boks.

Frans Steyn Springboks
Springboks

LATEST: Another blow for Springboks as Steyn, Willemse battle injuries

By Craig Lewis06-06-2022 10:41

Versatile utility backs Frans Steyn and Damian Willemse are battling injuries on the eve of the Springboks’ July Test series against Wales.

Frans Steyn Currie Cup Cheetahs
Rugby

Why Frans Steyn turned down Japan option to stay with Cheetahs!

By Craig Lewis25-05-2022 16:45

Frans Steyn has interestingly revealed how and why he opted against a lucrative move to Japan, instead deciding to stay with the Cheetahs.

Ruan Pienaar and Frans Steyn in action for the Cheetahs. Photo by Gordon Arons/Gallo Images
Rugby

JUST IN: Legendary Springbok duo commit to Cheetahs

By Craig Lewis24-05-2022 17:07

The Cheetahs have confirmed that Springbok veterans Frans Steyn and Ruan Pienaar have extended their contracts.

Frans Steyn Cheetahs
Currie Cup

Watch: Frans Steyn downs a beer with fans

By Garrin Lambley16-04-2022 20:32

Springbok veteran Frans Steyn delighted fans by downing a beer after the Cheetahs’ Currie Cup win over Western Province.

Cheetahs Steyn
Rugby

‘Angry’ Frans Steyn has no plans to stop playing!

By Craig Lewis18-03-2022 08:44

Frans Steyn is still loving his rugby, with the 34-year-old making it clear that there are no thoughts about retirement at this stage.

Frans Steyn Springboks
Springboks

2021 BOK RATINGS | Stalwart Steyn adds firepower to the Bomb Squad

By Craig Lewis29-12-2021 08:18

In the final part of our end-of-year review, we rate the Boks’ most impressive bench players, including the evergreen Frans Steyn.

Bomb Squad
Springboks

RATINGS: Steyn, front-row reserves the best of the Bomb Squad

By Craig Lewis02-12-2021 14:00

In the final part of this series looking back at how key Boks performed this year, we highlight the best of the Bomb Squad.

Frans Steyn Springboks
Springboks

Frans Steyn boots his way to Springbok milestone

By Garrin Lambley20-11-2021 21:55

Frans Steyn reached a personal milestone in Saturday’s Test defeat against England at Twickenham.

Frans Steyn
Springboks

EXCLUSIVE: Former Bok coach believes Steyn could reach another World Cup

By Craig Lewis16-11-2021 09:40

Former Bok coach Heyneke Meyer says Frans Steyn appears more than capable of playing in another World Cup if he continues to be well managed.

Frans Steyn
Springboks

Frans Steyn reaches Springbok career milestone – CONGRATS!

By Garrin Lambley13-11-2021 21:29

Several Springboks reached personal milestones in Saturday’s Test against Scotland at Murrayfield in Edinburgh.

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