Handrè Pollard Is Back - The Springbok Flyhalf's Best Moments, Big Hits & Skills

[@minkybandie]

After the Ireland pool game loss, we definitely need Pollard back just for the kicking!

[@worsiedog]

Right?? Manie should never have been in that game. He is not experienced enough for wc rugby. I hope he sits on bench for rest of tournament. I mean 20%kick rate 🙄 disgusting. His kak kicking put Faf under pressure as well. Fine, he tackled and passed well, but his job is to kick with accuracy.

[@Alias-gy3tz]

@@worsiedog He missed the tackle that lead to Ireland's try. Pollard does a hell of a lot more than just kicking.

[@randomuruk7230]

​@@worsiedog One of Faf's missed kicks led to the SA try.

[@worsiedog]

@@randomuruk7230 not denying that.

[@RicksPhatPharm-vw2lb]

Its Mannie that puts the team under tremendous pressure. If South Africa was serious about an attacking backline you need mids like Ruan Janse Van Rensburg Henco van Wyk and that colourd kid at 12 from the Stormers... it's a farce to play Libbok and what's worse is that he seems to be our only backup? Rassie has done nothing to blood new talent in his tenure only quotas. We going to see the cracks next year as it's already in our junior levels... SARU showed it's hand against Arg in the rugby championship and they have yet to announce a replacement for Rassie. I can tell you Stix won't hi down well with the public

[@errotmaluleke414]

We absolutely need him in the team.

[@shawngower6812]

By far the most level headed flyhalf we have ever had

[@thumekahutu4181]

He is the beast, unmatched and damn good he Kicks that ball so effortlessly Jersey no 10 ❤❤❤🇿🇦

[@Wildlife_SA.]

Enjoyed this vid. Pollard a game winner of note! On another note: GO BOKKE for tomorrow night! 🤜🤛🏉🥇🇿🇦

[@antoinev9733]

@user-ge8id8vx9t Romain was at 6 just before the WC but if you consider the whole N'tamak family ... wait ... 32 tries ;)

[@gvz2899]

Best flyhalf SA has ever produced. The fact that he can crashball, defend, open play kick, kick at poles and distribute makes him the most all round flyhalf in SA. Libbok can only sidestep, open play kick and distribute. "can't take on a solid defensive system, can't defend which means someone else has to cover him, and the obvious one"

[@dalibormlynek4197]

We need a POLLARD! The drop goals and accurate kicking will win the game.

[@mvelisosodlaka510]

The general is back!

[@MegaSpiritualWarrior]

Superb! That is a man that understands the game.

[@Goisis88]

Still remember when Handre and Beauden were introduced to the Boks and AB's as the new generation of exceptional playmakers. Still both amongst the best in the world. I wonder if Manie's improvement will force Handre to becoming used in a different ala Richie Mo'unga and Beauden with the AB's...

[@alistairclifton1286]

You know Pollard is only 29

[@Alias-gy3tz]

'Pollard is a world class 10. Manie has a long way to go before he can claim the same. So, no. Pollard will play in his preferred position. FLYHALF.

[@taraishot100]

Barrett was once the in form first five but with Mo’unga there foster doesn’t know where to put him he’s to good to cut from the AB’s in his day he was 10 times better than Mo’unga! Mo’unga crumbles under pressure

[@IAMJEFFREY-cw9ns]

South Africa missed 11 points worth of kicks against the Irish. If only Pollard took those chances.... And Pollard is more than just a great goal kicker. He's a world class rugby player. Can't wait to see him back in action.

[@nicholasquintin5676]

WHEN I saw the HARD HITS profile pic I already knew it's going to be a banger.

[@lindumusamkhabela1137]

Keen on seeing Pollard and Willemse as 10 and 15, the flat pass king

[@RicksPhatPharm-vw2lb]

Yeah I would like Kolbe at 15 with moody and Arendse on the wings. Damian is like Willie they blow hot and cold and both cannot tackle

[@markcook4043]

We missed him last night our best fly half since Naas Botha.

[@keagankloppers8837]

Morne styn was beter pellie

[@RicksPhatPharm-vw2lb]

Different players all together. Steyn was like Naas couldn't defend 🤣. We honestly in deep pooh if Libbok is our only go too

[@magdapienaar1993]

He is far better than Naas who could only kick and Morne was middle class. This guy just brillant on all levels

[@flinfaraday1821]

Yes.

[@georgie-fentanyl]

Im from NZ but I like the Saffas.

[@johanvisser1453]

We like you too man. SA NZ rivalry is what makes rugby what it is. Both countries have had ups and downs but when SA face NZ you know your in for good game. NZ have the most respectful players and fans - just humble people.

[@plasonbg2056]

Great nickname tbh.

[@unitedtacticaltalk544]

amazing video on a brilliant player

[@chrisschroder3812]

It certainly is going to help

[@taraishot100]

As a kiwi the Bokks would have beaten Ireland is the weekend at the WC if this guy was kicking they have Irelands number imo

[@stephenfdw]

He is such an amazing player. its so disrespectful to even compare him to Manie. I just dont get why people go crazy over libbok. Pollard passes well, does cross kicks, amazing goal kicks, he is strong, fast, reads the game like no one else, and most importantly, saved our asses in the world cup. give the man his respect

[@andilentobekomadlala5227]

at 4 minutes pollard offloads to lebbok . who says they cant play together?

[@Alias-gy3tz]

I will take Handre Pollard over Manie Libbok any day of the week and twice on Sundays. Welcome back Pollie!

[@marcellushoakhaob1297]

Sharp shooter

[@ryanchitemere]

The Boks should have both Pollard and Libbok in the squad. Libbok at 10 and Pollard at 12. That’ll be a good combo because they both played together at Blue Bulls. Libbok will be the attacking weapon mid game and Pollard doing the kicks whilst doing his big hits. The super 10 formation will definitely be solid.

[@hlumsscalana]

Yes we needed pollard in that game we loss with ireland libbok like to miss but guys don't put pressure on libbok please

[@lifeOFzeff]

🎉 finally🎉

[@pieter_els]

For me he sould play centre, with manie still on 10, but he must be the kicker

[@RicksPhatPharm-vw2lb]

We called for that last week Rassie didn't listen... Libbok has had a couple of bad games now, it's WC we cannot have no kicker at 10 that's ludicrous

[@ldude]

🙏

[@Beobeo12323]

Bok sqaud looking so damgerous for tomorrow night against Ireland, vat hom !!!

[@pedroheymans7026]

Great vid although there is a severe lack of goalkicking shown which is disappointing.

[@DanielThesportsman]

Pollard is the best in my opinion

[@hvene]

Ojalá vuelva en buen nivel, Sudáfrica necesita un pateador que no regale tantos puntos.

[@johnsmithwinkwink1704]

Pollard at centre and Libbok at fly half for Tonga and quarters

[@christiaanwilhelmnieuwoudt7713]

8:03 I seem to recall it was the other way round on occasion when playing for Province

[@johnsmithwinkwink1704]

@@christiaanwilhelmnieuwoudt7713 Yep but Libbok does seem to get that line going so I'm sure both ways will work. We need to hammer Tonga to make a statement.

[@RUGGARUGBY]

Pollard without injuries is a dangerous Pollard. Old form counts for a lot, except when your name is Mapimpi it seems. 👀

[@Alias-gy3tz]

I think Mapimpi might make it back into the team. KLA did not have his best game against Ireland, he is still a work in progress. Mapimpi however has the experience and is a strong player.

[@worldstar1571]

Maine plays great rugby. He just needs to kick like he does in the URC

[@RicksPhatPharm-vw2lb]

It's his defence that's why we like him... Teams run onto Libboks channel and man handel him, Pollard is a way more dominant presence and his kicking out of hand is way better

[@worldstar1571]

@@RicksPhatPharm-vw2lb unfortunately that's not true. There are numerous videos and clips were he misses tackles

[@nomad8493]

What do SA fans think about him playing 13 ?. Could put their view on this .

[@Alias-gy3tz]

We think he is one of the best flyhalves in the world, so why play him at 13? Sorry for the rest of the rugby world who wished we would stick with "Manie can't kick Libbok", Pollard is back. Manie needs to work on his BMT and goalkicking.

[@hendabester9018]

Done

[@vjmightyw]

at 4:00 minutes pollard offloads to libbok . who says they cant play together?

[@user-lf4zk9dt9g]

We definitely need him. Manie can't tackle an 8th grader and kicks about as good as Malherbe.

[@Me-ic3li]

I think both Willemse and Libbok are becoming consistent, Libbok’s defensive work has been amazing lately. Agree that Pollard should start for now, if his kicking is in a good place.

[@user-lf4zk9dt9g]

@@Me-ic3li Libbok had a 18% tackle success rate in the friendly matches before the RWC. 1 out of every 5.5 tackles made. We can't win a WC with him. Fly half is the channel the opposing forwards run at when receiving the ball. I think they need to start Libbok more often in international games after the RWC to develop him, but as of now, he is not ready.

[@YesBruv66]

We needa bigger 10 like handre. Manie is that touch too small and every single team saw that against ureland when aki ran over him over and over

[@KR-jg7gc]

I thought id see all his try saving tackles.. wait... 😂😂 relax people

[@StoepZulu]

I love Handre but as far as attacking play goes he is our second best flyhalf🤐

[@Alias-gy3tz]

Only your opinion. Luckily your opinion does not count.

[@StoepZulu]

@@Alias-gy3tz I don't think any of our opinions count but is that not the beauty of being a supporter, the fact that you get to have one

[@Alias-gy3tz]

@@StoepZulu You got me there. . :)

[@mjverwey9320]

I mean Pollard could play 13 over Kriel so we have manie controlling the ball distribution in the backline and Pollard can still kick

[@RicksPhatPharm-vw2lb]

He is way more balanced and his kicking and defense is way better... we have great outside backs so should be good. Give the ball to Kolbe he will find that tryline

[@DAYTON_SCHAMREL]

Bro pollard and mane is best south African dua

[@nox6885]

Loved him in u20s while still in High School and think I'd take him over Dan Carter . Hear me out guys. DC is the one. Probably the best (in my humble opinion, the best). No BUTS here. Pollard is the perfect fly half for what the Boks want to achieve I'd even go as far as saying he is even more talented than Manie and Willemse. And those guys have pedigree. I'm not comparing kicks because that's another topic. In terms of pure talent, Pollard is up there with the best that have ever done it. Not sure what to do with Mannie now. He's been good but kicking is a mzansi staple. Grant Williams and Hendrickse need to be given a chance. Rienach too actually which brings back the Q of why so many half-backs? Nkosi sikelela iAfrica

[@RicksPhatPharm-vw2lb]

Faf is the incumbent. The guy is a genius grant is young and he has a bright future but his game is still not rounded enough. Boks play off 9 we not NZ who plays off 10. I think grant is going to be an all time great but Faf is amazing... he lives the big games

[@nesbertposha4032]

Get this man on the field right naw

[@VillianWelman]

Manie mast learn to kick ñ rugby ball 🏈

[@Gamer_4Life.]

😊

[@Hammersteyn]

LOL, Manie fans disliking this video.

[@CevaQ]

This video is a month too early.

[@melodybipolar]

Who said he's back he's not fit yet CLICK BATE

[@chantellschmahl]

This comment did not age well.

[@fredericpons7837]

Hi Pollard is not selected in the Springbok team against Ireland tonite. Stop blablabla on non existent story.

[@naphakademagadla]

I don't understand if he is that good why was her not here as first choice

[@alistairclifton1286]

He was injured, he had a calf injury when the squad was named...he was always first choice. Manie caught a lucky break.

[@Justin-gm2fi]

if you followed what is going on with the springboks then you'd know

[@RicksPhatPharm-vw2lb]

When was he not first choice? It's amazing how the quota squad revolt at a white player coming back from injury! If Siya doesn't learn to fetch as a 6 Rassies should drop him for kwagga next. As a captain he should of filled that role now that Marx is out... These quotas must play to earn a spot, that's the problem under Rassie to much dead weight

[@lukasvanderwesthuizen7893]

Andre Pollard is just the better number 10

[@StoepZulu]

I don't agree, Libbok out plays him, just the goal kicking that makes him the safe choice

[@lukasvanderwesthuizen7893]

@@StoepZulu Out Plays him ahahahah, no man, no even close

[@StoepZulu]

@@lukasvanderwesthuizen7893 Im sorry but are you blind🤣pollard can attack yes but manie puts the ball exactly where he wants it, in the hands of the wings or with perfect line kicks, what are you even on about??

[@lukasvanderwesthuizen7893]

@@StoepZulu After today's performance against Ireland you still feel the same way? Thought so

[@StoepZulu]

@@lukasvanderwesthuizen7893 I still feel the same, Libbok can't kick at the post for shit but he is still amazing on the attack? Did you not just see him finding touch pefectly and the plays he set up was amazing. Look here is what we need, manie on 10, pollard on bench, you tell mannie as soon as he starts kicking kak then we sub him out, will force him to evolve or then just crumble, gee die fokken jong n trail by fire