Rassie’s Bold Proposal: Rugby Championship in February? | SA Rugby News

Welcome to SA Rugby News #1! In this exciting episode of our regular South African rugby news series, we dive deep into the latest developments in the world of Springbok rugby. Coach Rassie Erasmus has proposed a bold idea—what if the Rugby Championship was played in February every year? We explore this exciting proposal and its potential impact on international rugby.

In addition, we discuss the Springboks' packed 2025 calendar, featuring 15 test matches. Plus, we celebrate the return of Felix Jones to SA Rugby, as well as Coach Rassie's thoughts on the future of key players like Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth with the national team.

Also featured in this episode: France’s attempt to replicate South Africa's famous 'Bomb Squad,' and an exciting new move for Sharks backrower James Venter, who’s joining Gloucester Rugby! This video covers everything you need to know to stay updated on South African rugby and its exciting future.

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00:00 Introduction
00:34 Springboks to play 15 matches in 2025
01:34 Rassie proposes shift in Rugby Championship
02:23 Excitement as Jones returns to SA Rugby
03:24 News on Kolisi and Eben
04:05 The French bomb squad
05:36 Gloucestor Rugby signs James Venter