Francois Steyn - The Enigma

Francois Steyn is a bit of an enigma. With all his talent, we cannot understand why he hasn't regularly featured for the Springboks or why he hasn't played 100 tests yet. He is a superbly gifted player who can add value in any position in the back line and he has a prodigious boot on him.
We are huge fans of Frans and we hope you enjoy this video!

[@jan-gerharddewaal8272]

Frans Steyn 2007 Champ Frans Steyn 2019 Champ Truly a legend!

[@jordywilliams]

I believe he should have started at 15 instead of le roux, who had far to many mistakes

[@ericbrown4975]

I wonder if he has enough legs for 2023???

[@zephanish]

@@ericbrown4975 Probably not, but the Lions are coming to South Africa

[@jossikalu203]

What happened in 2019 again?lol

[@BeardALaCarte]

@@jordywilliams You do realize that Willie had a nerve damage done to him in the quarter final? he played the quarter final, semi final, and final with 10% feeling and 70% range of motion in his left arm. Thats why he made mistakes. Plus you can't start Steyn since he's the Utility back.

[@jimmy-dt3tl]

When he came on the scene, he had everything a back needed, and much more. Probably most naturally talented player coming from south africa in my opinion. Ran good lines, could step, had a good pass, defense was extremely solid, was powerful, solid under high ball, could drop from 60+ Mts. Could kick long n short range penalties, and he had good speed and versatile as most. And something most players didn't have, which he did even as a 19yr old, confidence and bmt.

[@mikezog1030]

just a pity our coaches were too stupid to realise he was the obvious choice for 10 and didn't leave him there permanently.

[@nicolaasjansevanrensburg7543]

Pity the couches were to-":÷×!+/_*^- to play him more in any backline post- what a talented man

[@MeanAzz_13]

Even as a *Kiwi* I loved this guy! Tough hard and oceans of talent. 2 x times World Champ! 👌🏽

[@dhirshg]

One of the most talented rugby players of all time!

[@RugbyTheLegends]

Even though he barely played in RWC2019, his versatility in covering any backline position has allowed Erasmus to have 6 forwards rather than 5 on the bench. Thanks to this, SA have destroyed opponent sides in 2nd half and won the RWC.

[@enricopizzolato3143]

I remember that match in new Zealand in 2009, he could have scored even from the locker room that night

[@bakkies5564]

One of the most underrated players in rugby history

[@TRPD-hb3ui]

Couldn't agree more

[@skiewietjie8079]

Fast forward to the Rugby World Cup 2019

[@PubuduUdawatta]

he was away with the game due to his brother's sudden demise

[@BeardALaCarte]

Underrated? No, everyone knows how amazing he is. The reason he wasn't picked for a long time is he wanted to be paid more, and Heyneke told him to piss off.

[@kronos3037]

@@BeardALaCarte bullshit

[@debeerpaul]

Lets hope a 32 year old Fransie help us again to win the cup!

[@siyamehlo7726]

He did

[@HenryDube72]

He gave Rassie the benefit of using the 6-2 split.

[@pietermoller8745]

This comment aged well!

[@liamcalpine]

Brave, clever and pretty fucking quick.

[@markrussell5487]

The man so talented, no one had a clue what to do with him.

[@akhonathusi2032]

He will forever be my favourite Springbok

[@mathewrichards7309]

Greatest rugby player of all time

[@lilianhaggland2031]

This man is a legend...I have been a fan since he made his 1st appearance.....en kan daai boytjie bee skop. ...just love him

[@johnpontes812]

The best boot ive ever seen

[@louisjwiese5515]

Too bad so many in South African management didn't know how to manage his prodigious talent. He could have been one of the greatest ever.

[@laidsgpr63]

Francois Steyn, you are truly a magnificent rugby player and kicker !! What a boot you have. Go Bokke, GO !!

[@jacqueshughes3085]

2019 is the year that Frans becomes famous. He comes on in the final 10 minutes of the RWC as a sub with The Boks trailing by 2 points and the game in a deadlock. One minute to go - dropkick from 30 m on the right in open play. Sneaks in and over. The crowd roar...........................sorry, dreaming again.

[@JohnnyDogs1978]

U guys are looking good so far. England has been great, should be a great final.

[@rossdkelly]

Almost true. Lol.

[@Don-pk2uy]

The dream ended even better

[@achilles8397]

He was always a legend and famous..

[@achilles8397]

@@JohnnyDogs1978 uhm

[@IwasInThe60s]

I always watch the game live with the SA commentary and subsequently watch the game again with the opposing team's commentary (thanks to KZbin). When Frans Steyn kicked that monster penalty, the Welsh commentators said that he has been doing it for 12 years, Except that he has been doing that for a lot longer than that, considering that he was in the World Cup winning Springbok team in 2007 (14 years ago) and did similar feats for his province before that. In anyone's books he should have racked up 150 test by now. Except that he is his own man, who does his own thing. He plays the moment and is not a stickler to a pattern. That is why so many previous coaches did not choose him.

[@user-kk4lw4mr6i]

He was at the 2011 rwc maybe the 2015 one not to sure, coaches also have to take in consideration talent, they don't want to overuse a player and then he gets injured. But yeah he is certainly something special, he gave prince harry a beer at 2019 rwc lol yster

[@uahepena.U.K]

What a boykie, what a kick 👏🏽 👏🏽👏🏽 His a beast and the bokke knew how to unleash it, my favourite player of all times. Mister of drop goals. 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@goldenlion647]

Safe hands, amazing boot, strong runner, great defender, he is one of the best.

[@CevaQ]

Most impressive part of this video is Heinrich Brussouw's little chip-kick to Steyn.

[@beaztsnipr]

3 from 3 in his own half. What a beast.

[@conjoe176]

I had no idea this guy had that kinda boot on him, never seen any of these kicks before! I'm blown away!!👍

[@ruanjacobusvanbreda898]

The pickup at 6:48 though - such skill!

[@Slappies007]

Pure GOD given talent 🙌

[@qwertyyuyop9347]

When it's December of 2019 and steyn has won the world cup for the second time and you look at the comments from 2017 talking about him with nostalgia .. hehehe

[@ljtk1490]

Screamed at the TV every time they kicked to him cos he could kick a drop goal from damn near anywhere !!! Boks could've stayed on top much longer if they knew how to take care of their talent

[@saiahau9024]

Hes the reason I think the boks will win the RWC 2019

[@zebnaylor3987]

Saia Hau well that makes no sense

[@saiahau9024]

zeb naylor if a plaayer of his caliber dont make it to the starting 15s then that itself wont make sense if SA dont win the rwc

[@zebnaylor3987]

Saia Hau it don’t even matter bra we’re the fucking champions

[@zebnaylor3987]

Smashed those pommes right up

[@Bokgaatjie]

zeb naylor well seems you were totally wrong anyway

[@mjribes]

This boy could have been a 100 cap Springbok. Such a shame he went abroad so young

[@quintinvosloo6800]

Steyn's kicking boots helped south africa alot. dont underestimate him, he will be back

[@PeterDawson-ii5ss]

In my opinion the most talented player to ever wear a springbok jersey.

[@Juan-Paul_Miquel_Coetser]

I know I didn't have to do this but I feel I have to for the sake of those horrible subtitles. Here's what was reall said all the time: Francois: I was fat and small, and the people used to bully me, and that's how I grew up. At a point I became hyperactive probably, then became skinny and ended up playing Flyhalf. Reporter in English. Francois: Standard 6 (Grade 8) I went to Grey's in Bloem (Grey's - School & Bloemfontein - City), it was a very good school to me. I still believe it was the best school I could have attended. They looked at me and helped me out in time, yeah, and I played Rugby for the Under 14's and developed myself in the ranks. Coach De Bruyn: Frans (Francois) is very mature, you can have a conversation with him, you'll notice when you talk to him that he's mature, that way I believed he was ready for anything like this, he was completely ready. If he wasn't the top player then he was at least in the Top 3. He's outstanding, he's passed are phenomenal and when he kicks he kicks a mile away. Francois' Father: You know, he began as a Hooker (Not the stripper kind😂), then Under 13's Craven Week, a player had dropped him on his head, so badly he had to spend 3 days in intensive care. It was a pitfall and he thought he'd never play again, and when he came through, he said there's nothing he wants to do but play Rugby. From there, through all his injuries and all the problems off and on the field, he took it head on and that's why he's here today. Reporter: As a Flyhalf, you make your debut with the Springboks as a Winger, what do you expect in the game? Francois: Sir I really don't know, we'll see, uhm, I don't know, I'm looking forward to it, it's like Jake said, "No one knows what to expect Saturday", we'll just see what happens Saturday. 👍😎👌

[@GlorysOne]

Appreciate the Afrikaans translation bro👌🏾👊🏽

[@ay613]

Thanks.

[@tumelo4526]

I love the respect that he showed the reporter!

[@AInfrEEzebr]

Thanks for all the fish Fransie!!!! Bok LEGEND!

[@CyberSakkie31]

Hierdie video herhinner my net daaraan hoekom ek so lief is vir Francois Steyn!

[@chr1spybeef741]

this kid was a He-Man on the field and a lekker boertjie off of it. I hope to see more fresh young talent come out of Free state soon with the Cheetahs taking on Europe.

[@stephenbrown8611]

Best boot I've ever seen anything about 60 m penalty or drop

[@Br0kensaint1]

Great player when used to his strengths. He is not a battering ram. He has the widest width of pass of any no 12

[@wesohall]

He can do anything . Punt , droo goals , place kick , excellent tackle technique . He actually mother's people in the tackle . Steps off both feet . Smashes people back in the ruck like a forward ( and can steal balls to ) . Oh and he can bash it up .

[@PeterDawson-ii5ss]

Absolute legend.and to think he was out of favour with some springbok coaches.Should have played many more test matches than he did in his career.

[@willemp6432]

The most modern oldschool player ever....

[@affiliateclimbmax9287]

This guy is the boks answer at 12. He solves long distance kicking and allows Jan Serf to move to 13. Centres solved.

[@JenkiJ]

The Repairers Of The Breach watch a tribute called ‘the ultimate rugby player’. Came out about 2 months ago, they’re his highlights since he started playing for Montpelier. Probably one of the most wasted talents in South Africa

[@daaichommie708]

Needs to learn to pass more though. My biggest issue with Steyn (and de Allende) is that they hog the ball and play crash rugby. They completely stuff up any running threat that our backline might offer. My favorite center pairing in the last 5 years was Serfontein at 12 and Kreil 13.

[@mcj4129]

The man is immortal... What a LEGEND

[@EllliotJackRussel1]

He is actually still good. Check the Montpellier highlights on YT. He still has the full package, despite almost looking like a prop.

[@ay613]

Yh he's put on so much weight. I find it weird however.

[@EllliotJackRussel1]

@@ay613 He became fat after going to France. He was abt 100kg, he went back at 110kg.

[@ay613]

@@EllliotJackRussel1 crikey.

[@wesohall]

@@EllliotJackRussel1 115 kg's now

[@UkShaia]

It was only when I saw Nonu try and intimidate Steyn by standing up to him face-to-face, but Nonu's face was the height of Steyn's chest, that I realized the size of this guy! He was/is certainly an under-utilized talent of SA Rugby!

[@mangashu911gt]

This has to be the best rugby channel

[@RealRugby]

Only because we have the best fans! Thanks for your support!

[@andrefrauenknecht8190]

Edit to whole comment section: he is back chill and you guys missed his drop kick in the euro leagues which was from his own 22

[@anevandyk2]

Klein Frans.. 🤣👌 “ek weet nie, oom..”

[@lianaschoonwinkel2532]

Back when Steyn started he was my favorite, it's to bad his not playing for us permanently, ex. Super 15 and the Tri nations, my opinion is he is the only kicker that can kick long distances

[@mrshleeful]

Still available for the boks ! bring him back for Full Back

[@TransurLifeawai]

The Springboks can't afford to let players such as Francois Steyn, Marcel Coetzee, Combrinck, Habana, Duane Vermeulen (etc) fall off the radar. These are world class players, many of which have abilities unique only to them (as is the case with Steyn's kicking abilities). These guys aren't finished yet, and need to be included in the Bo squad, at all costs.

[@FundiCrypto]

Incredible player

[@Mr1in1000000]

His best position has always been at 13 I think. Very talented player.

[@JacoMyburgh]

Update the video please. His story is not done yet, especially not after 2019 WC win.

[@louisbooysen8313]

awsome talent

[@branniganfarnsworth3342]

Wow. This guy had it all.. a monster drop kick.... end.

[@MrJimmySA]

You have a new subscriber! Great channel and great video. Steyn is missing in the Bok set-up. Onoe of the most underrated and underutilised players.

[@RealRugby]

Jeremy Proome Thanks for the support Jeremy! I agree, Steyn will make a HUGE difference in that backline

[@lukecarter7776]

Watching this in 2017 upsets me

[@ansuyannaidoo6370]

Time heals all wounds!

[@qwertyyuyop9347]

Watching this in 2019.. it's great

[@sandorclegane3658]

He would probably make an excellent flanker and link man.

[@honawikeepa5813]

Love the Boks. Kiaora from Aotearoa.

[@RealRugby]

Thanks Hona. Goeie more from sunny South Africa!

[@garthfairfield8357]

We love a match against the abs too

[@GoldenKnightFan]

This guy was a bad man. Hell of a talent. Wish they had developed him more.

[@EllliotJackRussel1]

it's a pity you didn't include footage from his Racing Metro days. Awesome tribute anyway

[@mootheconqueror1965]

I have one issue with him. He isn't Australian. I'd have loved to have him at the Brumbies.

[@MegaSpiritualWarrior]

3:55 ....the best skepskop ever!

[@affiliateclimbmax9287]

One of the best !!!! bring him back for the rwc

[@whiteafrican]

For all that he has achieved, 2 world cup wins, 2 lions series wins a number of tri-nations/rugby championship wins... He still has not fulfilled his full potential... He will go down as a legend of the game but he is still short of his full potential.

[@wessexrepub8105]

Only in SA........ shouldve been left to develop at 12 and not changed and moved relentlessly and then discarded

[@mathewrichards7309]

greatest rugby player of all time

[@JOATMOFA]

If he just stuck around for another 3 x months, he would've been the *_ONLY_* player with 3 x RWC trophies in the world!

[@quincytauasa2053]

Best long distance kicker

[@patcam5096]

Quincy Tauasa no way

[@wesohall]

Definitely is

[@shawnshirleymichael]

Is that sound from the tv series "The game"? Anyone know where is find it?

[@warken1985]

Not many commentators I enjoy hearing more than Hugh Bladen. Frans was a wasted talent

[@gotaimabara]

agree. He is my fav

[@Marxman29]

Rassie dis tyd vir 'n nr 15 wat se naam Francois is.

[@donovansloan675]

I would like to know what is the name of the song that you guys use in the opening of the video's you post? I remember it from when I was a kid watching rugby and rugby movies brings back some fond memories!!

[@RealRugby]

Not too sure what the name is, but it's from the TV series "The Game". That's probably where you remember it from

[@donovansloan675]

Yes thats most definitely the one! Thanks so much will try and find it 👌

[@RabbitholeIsrael]

if he was born in NZ he would have been great because they look after their talent and they don't care about skin colour over there

[@lukehalliwell4650]

penkop2012 I have to agree with you

[@lukehalliwell4650]

@Leago Mnguni It's a long story don't worry 😀

[@Healingson]

@Leago Mnguni dude these guys wanna claim but they ain't giving proof 😂

[@RJC11]

@Leago Mnguni I agree

[@mthawelihle]

Also bro it very convenient now for them to talk about skin colour in rugby because to them it looks skewed not in their favour, yet nobody said anything when black players were not allowed to represent the springboks in the old days .

[@glenmax8344]

Part of the 2007 - 2009 team that dominated. Its important we call him back we need a senior player if we go with inexperience on the wings. Our wings last 2 years were half pints all glory going forward no mettle in defense. 10. Pollard 12: RJVR/Francious Venter, 13: Mapoe/ Am/Vorster. 15 Steyn/Gellant. and here comes the kids on the wings..And Serf on dial a friend. Centres are sorted. 9 and wings need new blood.

[@branniganfarnsworth3342]

Glen Max 2009 fair call and 07 at the World Cup. But that’s it

[@mikezog1030]

I still believe that if this guy had just been put into the 10 jersey and left there permanently, he could have been one of the GOATS. The stuffing him around between 10, 11, 15 and 12 did nothing to hone his decision making at 10.

[@douglasreed007]

Also his confrontationsl attitude with SARU cost his career. Characters like him need strong characters to handle them.

[@Johannel83]

9:45 Die bus is vol!

[@niel19861]

I remember in the 2007 world cup how we had the distance kicking of Francois and the tactical kicking from Morne in at the same time causing all kinds of headaches for the other teams.

[@RealRugby]

Morne? Morne Steyn? He only made his debut in 2009

[@niel19861]

You're right. I know Francois wasn't the only one kicking. If it's not Morne then I can't remember who it is.

[@Asly65]

Niles percy Montgomery

[@wesohall]

@@Asly65 butch james ,andre Pretorius, and percy Montgomery

[@coatknight]

Haha Niel, Oops!

[@Snir10]

What's the song at the start?

[@johnnyblack4]

Most underutilized versus talent ratios ever.

[@careldelaport2613]

Best player ever

[@LB_die_Kaapie]

He really could have been one of the greats!!!

[@EllliotJackRussel1]

He has internationally achieved more than most rugby players. RWC, a Lions Series, Tri-Nations, away-wins in NZ..

[@LB_die_Kaapie]

EllliotJackRussel1 yup but he's not the household name he could have been. Terrible relationship with SARU made sure of that.

[@elipticushominis339]

In my humbre opinion he never could have been like Danie Gerber, Marious Jubert, or Japie Mulder, even Robbie Fleck and Jean DeVilliers were more skilled centers, yet he was a good utility back and could have done a better international career for sure

[@Dougcm1]

best 15 for boks ever

[@davidtwynham6161]

Play him at 12, take de Allende out, model him in McAlister mould. Please get him lean 110 kg. Who will get through that defence? Pollard steyn kriel/am

[@BeardALaCarte]

Why didn't you add his try assist for Sithole against the crusaders in round 14 of the 2014 super rugby tournament?

[@RealRugby]

Didn't think of featuring try assists

[@BeardALaCarte]

@@RealRugby Was there nothing to show of him from the 2014 Sharks season? Or were you just doing seasons that he was involved with the Springboks?

[@reniervanheerden2600]

Update please!?

[@HRUSVICATOS]

That's what happens when a stupid coach can't recognize nor manage talent. Steyn has been the most poorly treated bok in the game. Good to see him in the winning 2019 squad! well done Francois!

[@Faust_ZA]

i dont think people understand how difficult it is to convert the ball with power and accuracy

[@EllliotJackRussel1]

He preferred the French € to the Bokke glory.

[@Theunislb]

Guy is a world cup winner... Made his glory Good win rate for Sa. Lethim do ashe pleases

[@nicolaasjansevanrensburg7543]

Yes- who wouldn't prev France- etc if your talents are not recognized by the sa coach

[@jameswoods1415]

2:39 click this a couple times hahaha, AND ITS OVAHHHHHHHH

[@ay613]

😂😂😂😂

[@ay613]

Greatest of commentary.

[@johanmatthee2891]

Yster!

[@jeremyfyffer9025]

Watching in 2023 November

[@docarw]

He should still be the Bok fullback. Would have been an all time great. What happened?

[@tommyntimane9127]

How the Boi Ddnt make 100 Boks tests, I don't know

[@Faust_ZA]

very underrated , if this guy kicks u in the head goodbye

[@garthfairfield8357]

Subtitles are just hilarious

[@marcelxn1chi]

I’m literally dying

[@erentulunay6369]

Hugh Bladen is Cool

[@chrismylonas764]

Struth.....I didn't understand a word he said.

[@doggone246]

It would've been nice to know what their saying In the first 2 mins

[@ldude]

Mr Rasputin! 💪

[@nelismuller1864]

Hope rassie can get the boks back to this kind of rugby.

[@TransurLifeawai]

Hugh Bladen loses all sanity at 2:37.