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Articles about John Smit

Ready, steady, Super Rugby

The new season is about to start and will provide a weekly dress rehearsal for Springbok selectors.

Bryce Lawrence wary of refereeing in SA

After an outcry over Bryce Lawrence's World Cup refereeing, the rugby official says he will not officiate in SA should he fear for his life.

Smit welcomes expanded Tri-Nations

Outgoing Springbok rugby captain John Smit says the expanded Tri-Nations rugby tournament is a welcome change to the previous tournament.

Springboks crash out of the Rugby World Cup

The Springboks' Rugby World Cup title defence came to an end with a nail-biting 11-9 quarterfinal loss to Australia in Wellington on Sunday.

Do or die: The real World Cup starts now, says Smit

While the other teams in the World Cup quarterfinals have made a show of being blasé, Bok captain John Smit admits the heat is on: "It's do or die."

Bok skipper Smit shows critics up

John Smit left for the World Cup under siege to hold his place in the Bok team, yet he will be creating new records when he leads SA against Namibia.

World Cup pressure rises as Boks arrive in NZ

After a poor Tri-Nations campaign, the Boks are under increasing pressure as the president orders the World Cup home and fans hope for their success.

Divvy defends Smit's selection for Boks

Springbok coach Peter de Villiers says there were no selection issues as John Smit is "the best hooker in world rugby".

Mbalula urges Boks to 'moer' opponents

Fans in green and gold lined the streets of Sandton to bid farewell to the Springboks as they depart for New Zealand ahead of the Rugby World Cup.

Defending champions feeling the pressure, says Smit

Springbok skipper John Smit said on Thursday the defending champions were under more pressure ahead of this year's World Cup, compared to 2007.

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O Captain! My Captain!
Springbok Schalk Burger (left) and John Smit celebrate a World Cup pool match victory over Fiji on Saturday. Smit will captain the Boks for a record 82nd time on Thursday, when South Africa take on Namibia.
Good spirits
Nicky Little of Fiji and John Smit of the Springboks shake hands following the final whistle during the Rugby World Cup Pool D match between South Africa and Fiji at Wellington Regional Stadium on September 17 2011 in Wellington, New Zealand. (Alex Livesey/Getty)
Usurped
Nemia Kenetale of Fiji looks to pass the ball as he is snagged by John Smit of the Springboks during the Rugby World Cup Pool D match between South Africa and Fiji at Wellington Regional Stadium on September 17, 2011 in Wellington, New Zealand. (Stu Forster/Getty)
Man in charge
John Smit (Sharks) - Captain - Hooker - 106 caps Having led the side to World Cup glory in 2007, his detractors argue he is over the hill and does not deserve his spot in the squad. His inability to tie down a place at his primary position of hooker while struggling at tight-head prop adds to this thought. Smit, however possesses impeccable leadership abilities and will be crucial in providing the team with guidance in crunch situations.
Brothers in arms
Bismarck du Plessis (Sharks) - Hooker - 38 caps Undoubtedly South Africa's best hooker but still lives in the shadow of skipper John Smit. Either used as an impact player off the bench or in the starting line-up ahead of Smit, Du Plessis is guaranteed to impress with his dynamism and dedication. Jannie du Plessis (Sharks) - Prop - 26 caps Older brother of Bismarck, Du Plessis shot to the limelight at the 2007 world cup after being called to action after injuries to first choice players. Much like his brother, dedication and aggression combine well to provide added vigour to the front row.
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