Table of Contents

Official champions at last! - The Springboks in the World Cup tournaments; the early beginnings - schools, clubs and soldiers pave the way; turmoil at the top - the woes and fortunes of 13 rugby presidents; segregation, frustration and turmoil - the history of multiracial rugby in South Africa; a competition of two phases - the Currie Cup: South Africa's Holy Grail; the struggle for the golden cup - a new Currie Cup giant emerges; two teams dominate the nineties - Natal and Transvaal break the Currie Cup drought; Vodacom Cup, Craven Week, Sevens and more - the pillars of South African rugby; Test matches - the grip of South African rugby loosens; The SANZAR disillusion - the reality of professionalism in rugby.

About the Author

Wim van der Berg is a seasoned sports writer and author of several books on rugby including Blue Bulls: 70 years of glory and Great Moments in Currie Cup History. He has contributed to numerous magazines and newspapers including Blou, Oggenblad and Die Vaderland. He has been involved in rugby as a player, a referee, a coach, a manager and an a club administrator.

Reviews

"The perfect time for a history of the game we all love." -- Sports Illustrated South Africa

The perfect time for a history of the game we all love. -- Sports Illustrated South Africa