In a recap of our latest content series, take a look at how we ranked the three greatest Springboks of all time in every position.Over the last few weeks we have taken on the incredibly challenging task of looking to rank the three greatest Springboks in every position, having considered players from all generations.
Here is a recap of each position!
GREATEST SPRINGBOKS OF ALL TIME
FULLBACK
1 HO de Villiers
2 Andre Joubert
3 Percy Montgomery
RIGHT WING
1 Ray Mordt
2 Cheslin Kolbe
3 JP Pietersen
OUTSIDE CENTRE
1 Danie Gerber
2 Jaque Fourie
3 Mannetjies Roux
INSIDE CENTRE
1 Jean de Villiers
2 Damian de Allende
3 Frans Steyn
LEFT WING
1 Bryan Habana
2 Carel du Plessis
3 Gerrie Germishuys
FLYHALF
1 Naas Botha
2 Handre Pollard
3 Henry Honiball
SCRUMHALF
1 Fourie du Preez
2 Joost van der Westhuizen
3 Danie Craven
EIGHTHMAN
1 Duane Vermeulen
2 Hennie Muller
3 Morne du Plessis
BLINDSIDE FLANK
1 Pieter-Steph du Toit
2 Jan Ellis
3 Juan Smith
OPENSIDE FLANK
1 Schalk Burger
2 Siya Kolisi
3 Ruben Kruger
1 Victor Matfield
2 Louis Moolman
3 Mark Andrews
NO 4 LOCK
1 Frik du Preez
2 Eben Etzebeth
3 Bakkies Botha
TIGHTHEAD PROP
1 Frans Malherbe
2 Jaap Bekker
3 Piet du Toit
HOOKER
1 Malcolm Marx
2 Uli Schmidt
Bismarck du
Plessis
LOOSEHEAD PROP
1 Beast Mtawarira
2 Os du Randt
3 Chris Koch
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Springboks, braais, music and laughter meet at the 5 Arts Weekend in Barrydale
The town of Barrydale is set to come alive from 18 to 20 July 2025, as the Karoo Art Hotel hosts its third annual 5 Arts Weekend.
The town of Barrydale is set to come alive from 18 to 20 July 2025, as the Karoo Art Hotel hosts its third annual 5 Arts Weekend.
The town of Barrydale is set to come alive from 18 to 20 July 2025, as the Karoo Art Hotel hosts its third annual 5 Arts Weekend – a one-of-a-kind celebration of South African culture, creativity and community.
At the helm is John Dobson, head coach of the Stormers and the hotel’s resident “Creative Conductor,” who has once again assembling a dream line-up of local legends across the world’s of music, comedy, sport and culinary arts.
This year’s 5 Arts Weekend promises a dynamic mix of entertainment and experience, with headliners including:
Francois van Coke, rock icon, opening the weekend with a live show on Friday night
Springbok great Steven Kitshoff, Mark Keohane, John Maytham, and Dobson himself for “The Art of Rugby” fireside chat and South Africa vs Georgia match screening
Pieter G, bringing the laughs in “The Art of Comedy”
DJ Jaco Messenheimer, headlining Saturday’s legendary party on the Harleydale dancefloor
In between the music and mayhem, guests can look forward to:
A scenic Saturday cycle through the Karoo (BYOB – Bring Your Own Bike).
A Karoo-style braai feast, featuring local delicacies like skilpadjies, Karoo chops, and braaibroodjies
A weekend packed with food, flair, and fiery performances under the winter skies.
“Barrydale in winter is something special,” says Dobson.
“The idea behind 5 Arts is to capture that magic through shared stories, music, sport, laughter, and of course, a proper Karoo braai. It’s about good people and great vibes in a place that feels like home.”
Tickets are available via Quicket and are expected to sell out fast.
Limited accommodation is available at the Karoo Art Hotel and surrounding guesthouses.
See you in Barrydale for an unforgettable weekend!
Event details
When: 18-20 July 2025
Where: Karoo Art Hotel, Barrydale
Tickets: Available on Quicket.co.za
Accommodation Inquiries: info@karooarthotel.co.za
Have you attended a previous 5 Arts Weekend in Barrydale.
