So how did South Africa win the 2023 Rugby World Cup Final? | RWC2023 Analysis

[@Burninglash]

Absolutely thrilled that our campaign to get your content unblocked was successful in the end. You are one of the superior content providers on rugby with your analytics usually spot on.

[@GeorgeSavva1]

Thank you so much for your work on making this happen 🙏🙏

[@71bootneck]

Which says more about WR than it does about an individual doing good things

[@Baconppancakes]

Why was it banned?

[@Burninglash]

@@Baconppancakes copyright issues.

[@byronerskine1268]

Finally!! Brilliant, thanks Squidgy!

[@Mohapi17]

"Peter Steph commits a murder and doesn't need to hide the body because it evaporates on impact" sent me🤣🤣🤣

[@thinusdebeer8266]

Greatest quote ever.

[@ABStudioProductions69]

Chuck Norris is afraid of Peter Steph Du Toit

[@gunmonkey1185]

Imagine PSDT gave all of Barretts brothers PTSD. I'm leaving now😅

[@Wittstock07]

18:08

[@kurtmackrill3003]

Dude I am in stiches!!!!

[@kylewestman5400]

The way you cry for our captain makes most Saffas tear up 😂❤

[@itsovergetuptherejoe]

Your tribute to Siya Kolisi is truly wonderful enkosi (thank you) for that. The Nod to Gareth Mason is pure class, this channel is filled with genuine integrity and great humanity 🙏🏿

[@christiankellermann8300]

I'm not crying, you are!

[@JuanUys]

Seconded. Squidge got my dabbing my eyes with a hanky towards the end there.

[@itsovergetuptherejoe]

I was very emotional at the end, when the G-Man tribute came up, I just remembered that dude doing post match reports on the England incoming tour in 2018. He was so passionate about the Boks and was so proud of the players it was infectious.

[@luthandondarala6270]

Sorry I was chopping onions😢​@@christiankellermann8300

[@axxey]

I too thought it was a great tribute to making excuses and brushing under the table Kolisi's far more dangerous tackle, while saying over and over and over there's no excuse for Sam Cane.

[@NotoriousN382]

so happy that world rugby woke up and realized your analysis is the best thing for the game

[@chrislenferna4384]

That superb ankle tap tackle by De Klerk in the second half isn’t spoken about enough

[@MrDugiwe]

Willie le Roux was waiting there to make that tackle, but you can be sure he wasn't looking forward to it haha

[@kalaharikreef7371]

Hy vang gereeld skaap.

[@willemsteyn7808]

​@@MrDugiwe😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@charlcoetzee3358]

Commenting and liking to appease the algorithm. This masterpiece was never supposed to be pulled down. Glad it’s back up.

[@blikkiesgerber]

So this is how I will spend my Sunday night... 20:00: Chasing the Sun 2, episode 5, the final! And then, If I have tears left, Ill have 15 minutes to gather myself and then 21:15 it will be SQUIDGE!!!!! Cant wait! Thanks for all your hard graft to get this out!

[@mazibukomail]

Knowing Squidge he probably did this on purpose :)

[@isma-eeljakoet601]

Is there anyway to watch chasing the sun without dstv

[@duncanscott4981]

Double header for me too..chasing the sun episode 5, then some squidge to marinate the moment in. Awesomeness!!

[@Karma-qt4ji]

@@isma-eeljakoet601 yup. Go to A & E rugby and follow the breadcrumbs. For obvious reasons, I have to be cryptic.

[@ZimGal-dj6wp]

The first series is on Rugby Pass TV now. CTS 2 will be available in August. Rugby Pass TV is free.

[@shintenkai1648]

Squidge saying "lekker" made my year😂😂 after next world cup he will be fluent in S.A slang

[@aphiwemagengelele2975]

What a trubute to Siya towards the end 😢😢😢. Nice one Squidge. Siya is our pride.

[@mbusosikhonde387]

I have been playing rugby in Dubai for 5 years now since I watched South Africa win the World Cup in 2019. After never even being into sports for 20 years of my life. I saw what they did in Japan and said I want to know more about this culture and be apart of it. Living as a South African raised in a foreign country, I never understood the allure of the sport for a nation, which even when living abroad you can tell has bigger fish to fry. Rugby has remained the strongest glue for a lot of the community. Yes even in Dubai, South African’s stop whatever they may be doing and unite to celebrate the hope that rugby brings to our country. Personally, I have gotten way fitter, made life long friends and after a couple of rugby induced injuries, I have earned so much more respect for the warriors that wear the green and gold. This video fully captures the importance of the Springboks team and makes me proud to be striving for success in my own path. All because of Siyamthanda. (Excuse the glazing but I am definitely naming my future child after this man.)

[@waynewilson7674]

Beautiful story Mbusiso. #OneNation

[@brianedwards3823]

We have 2 pug dogs, one named Siya,the other named Kolisi. Love that man and what he stands for.

[@claytonbax6454]

Sir, this was one of the most important things i needed to read , ever. Stronger together

[@mariannedijzel3075]

Lovely comment.

[@ayandaveli2882]

Nice one Squidge Good to have the video back on KZbin. Justice has been done

[@jasonmcwatts1684]

Watched this the day you released it before the copyright strike and it was a thing of beauty Squidge. Your tribute to Siya at the end, highlighting how he ran to Cheslin first, was almost as emotional as the last 2 minutes of Chasing the Sun 2 Episode 4, and that's high praise because the Bongi bit in that had me in Really looking forward to watching this again, there isn't a rugby analyst (on youtube or on TV) who does it better.

[@Ren-jr2ix]

Glad you moved it from 9pm to 9.15pm. Need to gather myself after Chasing the Sun 2 final episode. What an evening it's going to be😍

[@dianvanwyk569]

As a Springbok supporter, I was as excited for this video the past 6 months as I was for Chasing the Sun 2.. Appreciate that you guys were able to give us this after the final episode and making this an absolute emotional Sunday evening in Pretoria.. ❤️🙏🏼🥳

[@stevebuchmann9868]

I’m South African… are we the best team ever? No. Are we fortunate to fight our way to victory? Yes. Am I proud of 32 amazing guys who achieved something amazing? Hell yes. What a privilege to see my men put their lives on the line to give SA something to be proud of 🍾

[@zwelonkemkhwanazi8664]

@jeanllup6150 How??

[@P3aceMaker94]

"Skullduggery" is a part of rugby that everyone does and SA did best on the night. Thanks Squidge, much love from NZ

[@tshegofatsomatlala1623]

​@jeanllup6150cry more

[@Wagenmeister]

@jeanllup6150 sad man

[@caylebmladenovic3348]

@@P3aceMaker94just like how South Africa is the only nation too poison another team

[@Bingo-x4s]

Hit the notification harder than Ox Nche hits the dessert cart

[@kogaryu5558]

😂

[@katabatjie-fv3xh]

As someone (a South African nogal >.

[@kesivan]

Squidge, I saw you at the stadium after the final. Made a video with you and said, " Sometimes we get it wrong but squidge always gets it right" Looking forward to your analysis. Way over due.

[@lebogangsetlhaba7391]

So sad that this video is re uploaded. It could have been on crazy numbers by now. Anyways one love 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦❤

[@johnnieolivier1010]

Thank you for an amazing rugby podcast. Thank you for honour the achievement of a remarkable human being, Siyamthanda Kolisi, the inspirational Springbok captain. May your great work continue and stay as brilliant as it is 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@DefriaManda]

That tackle from Kurt-Lee Arendse 👌 🔥 🔥 🔥.

[@Karma-qt4ji]

is also the reason why DvdM would never ever have made the Springbok side. Not only did Arendse stop the deadly Ioane in the corner, but Chessie ran from the far side of the field to ensure that the ball went dead after the tackle.

[@mrpicks5037]

​@Karma-qt4ji Also, did you notice Cheslin was the tackler on the previous phase? Jumped up and covered all the way.

[@deangoalie]

The humour, the deep analysis, the passion. Your videos are incredible and have afforded me a deeper appreciation for the sport! Keep up the good work!!

[@W0nderer]

Oh and Siya Kolisi, the greatest rugby of the captain of all time. Couldn't be prouder. We love you Siya!

[@HemiJB91]

McCaw over Siya any day

[@lgh2447]

​@@HemiJB91 as a player definitely, as a captain no

[@HeeniKeke]

Siya is South Africa’s greatest captain of all time. That is only fact

[@closelaugh185]

@@HemiJB91 Don't forget to zip his pants up when you're done.

[@connorsmith5924]

McCaw is better

[@MichaelPottsF1]

This video is why being a Squidge Patreon is worth every cent!

[@francoisdevries1]

PSDT made 327 tackles in the game of which 326 were bone crunching. Not one was high.

[@Sharkman1963]

Sam Cane should have been forced to watch reruns of all of PSDT's tackles on a loop for 10 days after the final. Even then, he still wouldn't have learned to tackle properly, as seen when he broke Siya's face a few weeks ago.

[@ThabangNong-bl6do]

That tribute to Siyamthanda Kolisi ❤❤❤

[@exemplaryexplanations]

Absolutely amazing 👏 really love watching your videos ,and how big your rugby brain is ,what a tribute to the legend Siya Kholisi 🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@conniematthee7241]

Best Rugby Analysis Channel on KZbin by some margin. Love the way you describe situations and your clear unbiased views and in depth tactical explanations and breakdowns. Keep it up🙏🙏🙏👏👏👏

[@kogaryu5558]

This guy sees what no other analyst sees. Imagine if our school Rugby got this type of analysis infused to their play. Damn, we'd be beasts.

[@quirinaled2752]

Had to watch it again. Wonderful analysis as always, great tribute to Kolisi at the end - you're doing the game a great service with your work and your obvious love for the game Squidge - so many fans I speak to appreciate you immensely.

[@georgerobinson4678]

Squidge. You're a bloody genius. Great analysis, and your last 10 minutes showing your understanding of this team and Siya Kolisi's role is remarkable. Thanks for all the content. Cheers!

[@jameslparada]

Thank you a million times for going through everything to get this posted again. Every minute was worth it! Absolutely love the mix of the emotional heart strings and the hardline analytics. Rugby is beautifully both and that’s why I can’t stop watching. Cheers!

[@albertmeyer2661]

Thank you, Squidge. Just... thank you. I watched your 2019 World Cup final as well, and it's brought me to tears both times. THANK YOU.

[@sibongiseninkande7279]

A great way to end my Sunday. Siyabonga

[@dlsNi]

Missed this the first time so glad to see it now! What a beautiful video and analysis of the game. I think you’re spot on about how important Siya’s leadership is to the Springboks success, the trust and belief seems to give them that extra 1 point. As a NZ fan, I feel like that’s what we’ve missed since the Lions tour, and we’re only just starting to get back at the RWC. Ultimately, I think the things that set the greatest ever teams from the simply exceptional is that leadership based on respect and belief, rather than fear, resentment, or a feeling of destiny. That’s what sets Siya apart from Sam Cane, Owen Farrell, or Sextriangle - “rugby values” if you will.

[@joelsmith7944]

This is one of the best videos ever. I’ve never seen a video of yours so I had no idea what I was getting myself into. The tribute to Kolisi was an awesome way to wrap it up

[@SquidgeRugby]

Thank you, I really appreciate that. Glad you enjoyed it, incredibly kind words!

[@DavidLTJ]

Brilliant! Thanks, Squidge. For bringing back so many great memories from the great game of Rugby! Much appreciated!

[@ako8357]

You get the rugby. You get the people. We are so lucky to have Squidge Rugby, thank you so much for every single second!

[@AD_Saffa_HD]

At the end when you were talking about Siya, i could hear the emotion in your voice. His story is legend, his inspiration is profound and his name will forever be etched in the minds and hearts of every South African 🫡

[@ov8857]

Squidge, you are the best. Not cause I'm a saffa, but because you guys are sharp, real, informative and entertaining. ALL THE VALUE! Keep it up.

[@johannkotze8210]

A work of art! I always love the Squidge videos but this on the back of the original censoring by worldrugby, makes this so much sweeter with moving pictures :) As a South African I am really happy of course, but I have seen many interviews and podcast talking about Siya. This last minutes talking about Siya and his impact on not only this team, but his country and every person that sees him influence the craft, is magnificent. Thank you!!! I really hope you watched Chasing the Sun 2 and will give us your review on that as well? Thanks Gentlemen!

[@anelasibhoko467]

"Pieter Steph du Toit commits a murder for his friend and doesn't even need to hide the body because it completely evaporates on impact." 🤣

[@SamCooper-t4n]

I finally managed to purge this horrific loss from my memory and you just had to bring it up again.

[@SquidgeRugby]

SORRY

[@kobusg7460]

Sorry mate; here is another...

[@n.stamm_]

For the absolutely perfect elogy on Siya Kolisi alone, just to hear that again, it was worth the wait to see that video, finally, again. Squidge is the best KZbinr in all of the Sports KZbin communities. Period. The BEST! No one comes close to his unique blend of incredible in depth analysis (and making it understandable, even for a relative novice to Rugby like me, which in itself is a huge accomplishment), an abundance of quips and all sorts of fun comments, as well as his capturing the emotional side of the sport. Quality in every way! Thank you!

[@tshep0]

This video needs to get to more than a million views

[@jhnsbrgr3100]

Brilliant video, my friend. Siya is my favorite sports figure and he likely will be for all time. A titan. A *kind* titan who leads by example and grace. I had tears in my eyes watching the post-game celebrations, the post-game interviews and well... this. Thanks as always.

[@budyza180]

Fantastic to see this video up at last...! As always, a terrific effort from both of you. Thank you!🙏 And all the best going forwards...!

[@clicksplashwow-realestatev1613]

You are truly, spectacularly, unequivocally, the very best at this Squidge. absolutely love your work.

[@hamishwilmot2552]

This has to be the best rugby commentary channel out there. well-done gents🥇

[@ben-n4u5f]

This is a humbling, blockbusting, tear-jerking and pride-filling analysis Mr Squidge. Thank you.

[@Betuins]

NICE!!!!! finally we get to see this, thnx a lot guys

[@azalianieuwenhuys8844]

I watched this just before you had to take it down...happy that you are finally able to showcase this masterpiece 🎉

[@ptheron]

So happy this is back up - was lucky to see it about 1 hour before it went offline in November - Thanks for the blood sweat and tears that went into making this, and getting it back online again

[@RienkePotgieter]

@squidge I don't know if you'll ever see this. But just a story on the impact of Siya on ordinary SAns. My son is 8yo and love playing/watching rugby. But he won a trophy this week as a category winner for playing the recorder (yep). And what did he do when he received the trophy? He copied the way Siya lifted the World cup trophy and lifted that trophy high. Siya is such a role model.

[@Regeneratero]

🏆🇿🇦 seuntjie jou lekker ding

[@nealprinsloo8076]

This video was worth waiting for, actually, worth watching again. Rugby is such an incredible sport and you help us, passionate veterans, understand it more where we think we knew what it was about. Job well done gents!!

[@lungipinda9961]

Wow! I heard the crack in your voice as you paid tribute to Siya. Incredible! I have always enjoyed your analysis. But this one mirrored the Bok campaign in that it wasn't just about the rugby. Love it! Looking forward to many more.

[@danieljames3163]

Brilliant video squidge. Wish you guys all the best in the future. Incredible to see how far you guys have come since the original video on the Ospreys all those years ago

[@G33v3s]

So good to see this video back up. That last bit has me choking up again and it really deserves to be seen by all rugby fans!!

[@jonathanludd]

19:28 Lekker! The best rugby analysis anywhere. Thanks for acknowledging Siya Kolisi, he and his wife do amazing work in the community. Siyamthanda! We love him.

[@Linda_D]

Wow 🤩 you have me in tears. As a South African, who has a passion for this game, you have reminded me of why I love this game so much. Thank you for highlighting our Heroes , who embody everything that makes our country special, the abundance of love we actually have for each other through adversity and struggle. The respect we have for other teams and their exceptional players. Thank you 🙏

[@Regeneratero]

Squidge rugby, thank you for everything. Your videos are so good I can come back to them months later. The analysis, the production, but especially the humour and commentary. Even the squarespace mentions are hilarious and creative. Your work really touches people across the world over. Thank you

[@flintoff24]

Superlative work and effort in the face of idiocy, corporate bullishness and an utter lack of Understanding of what our game needs. Made sure I watched this asap just in case it was to be robbed from us again. Both of you are the Kolisi(s) of rugby journalism

[@Keiphton27]

This is my single favorite content anywhere in the world. Simply incredible job. All of it. As usual.

[@callankotzen8420]

This is tactical poetry of the highest order

[@jayfarthing]

Great to finally watch this video. Think I enjoyed this video more than I might have at the time of the original release, just time for it to all sink in and then get fresh reminders of what an epic tournament it was so many months later!

[@StuHolmes]

Great piece of analysis and well written. I could hear your heartfelt emotion towards the end. Beautifully delivered Rob 😅

[@Jay-Leigh863]

Loved this final! The All Blacks are undoubtedly the best attacking team in the world and the Springboks are undoubtedly the best defensive team in the world. Sort of the irresistible force meeting the immovable object. This time the immovable object came out on top but it could so easily have been the other way around. Being South African and a "my blood is green" Springboks supporter I'm grateful it went our way. Respect to the All Blacks who really switched it on after Sam Cane's red. Worthy opponents every single time!

[@TWEQDvideo]

We (NZ) didn't expect to make the final to be honest. The Foster era was pretty bad, 70% win percentage worst since 1950. Yes we could have won the final but we were certainly NOT the best team in 2023, 2021, 20120 and 2019.

[@capt.redbeard8361]

Great videos Squidge! I really appreciate your analysis, your insight and plain old cleverness. More than that I love your passion for the game of rugby, and your compassion for everyone - winners, losers, match officials, anyone who has a tough moment in the game played at its highest level. The Springboks attract a lot of criticism - balance of probability they may deserve some of it - but they are probably are the team with the biggest heart. In November 2023 I had the opportunity to attend a business breakfast with the main speaker being Rassie Erasmus and he shared some behind the scenes moments and dialogue. Certainly a highlight for me. Keep up the great content - through your passion you ignite the same in others. Glad you were able to get this video out in the end. The world of rugby would have been poorer if this hadn't been the case.

[@Khayelihle_Pkay]

This needs an award!

[@samuelapohiva197]

Great work once again. Love it

[@KM-gh3ob]

It's truly exceptional; the depth of insight is spot-on. The All Blacks played a stale game, and they were expecting the Boks to repeat their tactics

[@SeanMacRSA]

I don't believe there is anyone who can be so bipartisan in their watching and analysis. As always, pure class, Squidge. Well done!

[@hannesvanheerden2974]

You are a rugby maestro! Thank you for the great work you do...

[@kayleighwoodman7022]

Had to watch this again after recent Springbok performances and really love the analysis as always. Thanks also for bringing the emotion in. This rates up there with Chasing The Sun for pure rugby appreciation and many many years!

[@ccrooper88]

This was great to watch and revisit a fantastic final, glad to have finally managed to see it. Thanks again for all you do in educating the world on rugby (and its values)

[@markcrossman3356]

Wow, you have a beautiful gift. Incredible video

[@mikezog1030]

As usual it was a great analysis brought on by your love of the game - thank you!

[@mdavidom5903]

you're absolute legends for dedicating this to Gareth Mason, again. thanks for bringing back some good memories. g-man, rip

[@malcolmvanhilten125]

Was so happy to Squidge on the Chasing the Sun documentary, finally getting some of the recognition he and his team so richly deserve. Thank You Guys.

[@brettsmith9921]

Well done guys - just hooked into your channel, looked at your analysis - insightful- have forwarded your channel to other rugby mad peeps- looking forward to your insights in the upcoming int. Tests👍

[@markodoherty3082]

i'm sure that sports analysis traditionally wasn't meant to leave you with a lump in your throat, but your round up and homage to Siya Kolisi was the most eloquent and heartfelt sports commentary I have ever heard. Your writing and content has completely changed the way I view the game of rugby. Elevating my understanding and enjoyment of the game. Thank you.

[@yoes5129]

Thank you. This review was worth waiting for

[@stephanvandermerwe1711]

So good to see you back! Great job as always !👍

[@wynandduplessis9166]

So glad we could finally see this - thank you so much!

[@nicktatalias3716]

Well done thanks for finally sharing that video

[@johngrewar6843]

Great video Gents! Thanks for all your efforts!

[@chiefgl1161]

Thank you for another great video. Your videos change how everyone experiences the game, in such anpositive way. Wonderful.

[@alexfisken1556]

I have just watched your video and I would like to say 'thank you'. I can only imagine how challenging it must have been, plus dealing with the 'nonsensical rules' you have had to deal with. Well done 🍷

[@garethlloyd3995]

Squidge you absolute LEGEND! Love, love, love your analysis videos! Thank you for all you do!

[@garyburger6319]

Absolutely beautiful! Thank you ❤

[@adambroderick3462]

You're the best analyst Squidge. Thank you as ever!

[@richiegillipster]

Well done lads, that was excellent as always

[@RiaanLouw]

It was me. I got this to come back. My pleasure everyone.

[@Bobbydyland]

World Rugby has to give it up for someone who can call the Leinster loss to the Lions!

[@ehm8565]

Dankie👏🏻

[@plomza]

Absolutely brilliant analysis. Thanks, Squidge.

[@jarrydpauls1435]

Your love for and knowledge of the game is remarkable Squidge. I’d love to chat to you one day. I must confess that I’m not nearly as diplomatic and gracious as you are. But well done and thank you for all of these incredible videos.

[@MkhululiMtshali]

I’m so happy you guys are back… you have some serious catching up to do please!

[@Mvz8383]

Im so glad this video came back online. I was enjoying this video very much, about halfway through,my missis called me over and asked me to do something and said that the video was not going anywhere and the next day when I wanted to finish the video it was gone... Keep up the good work mate I have enjoyed your video so much and you have exposed layers within the game I have not noticed before and really opened up my eyes.

[@richierich4768]

Great to see that justice was finally done and your excellent video - which took so much time and work to finalise - can finally be seen by everyone. And is here for keeps Congrats! Must concede, that I actually DID see your video when it came out, that Sunday evening all of six months ago now, and was extremely sorry it was removed the very next morning, but now I can enjoy it again! It's

[@emillsteenkamp2629]

I think one thing this WC final and the WC in general really highlighted, is how insanely good Jesse Kriel is. Really an underappreciated player since he has had to share the pitch with Am. Would be a starting 13 in most other tier 1 teams.

[@Wolf-hh4rv]

Always better than Am

[@ntlezombininjengele902]

😂😂😂 yeah right​@@Wolf-hh4rv

[@shaungordon5104]

He was IMMENSE this world cup! Never seen him play this well!

[@Wolf-hh4rv]

@@shaungordon5104 he hasn’t been given the opportunity. Am is a play maker not the missile you need at 13. Not bashing Am, he is an exceptional rugby player.

[@brianedwards3823]

We're fortunate to have both of them.