Springboks & All Blacks Legends Preview The Final | BOKS OFFICE

With just a few days to go until Rugby World Cup 2023 final between South Africa and New Zealand at the Stade de France in Paris, the Boks Office team reconvene for a very special episode. Host Hanyani Shimange is joined by Springbok legends Schalk Burger and Jean de Villiers, and All Black titans Justin Marshall and Andrew Mehrtens to debate who they think will come out on top on Saturday!
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[@hannesbornman1045]

The boks office should become a permanent podcast. Common Shimmy take it on yourself and keep this going. 🥺🙏

[@kagisomonareng]

I second this motion! ✋️

[@lensrugbymotivation]

Agree 💯

[@mattde3418]

Third motion over here

[@robertmarshall4872]

Here here.

[@tyronevos2794]

I support this motion.

[@roryvanzyl5326]

Keeping the Boks Office is a must for Rugby.

[@keithkruger5841]

Amen.

[@amastoroudes]

😮q. ​@@keithkruger5841qx

[@TheForte87]

Shimmy this needs to be a permanent gig! Supersport, please make this happen. Can't wait for the final!

[@terrybrewis7418]

Totally agree. Shimmi you're a natural. The perfect Show Host and Anchor. And while you're at it, run for President as well. I'll vote for you. 😊

[@Abubakre92m3]

Hey Shimmy. Just wanna let you know there is a huge SA community here in Dubai and we are going Bok crazy and we stand behind the Boks 100%

[@unclejezza]

I think I can speak for AB and SA fans when I say, neither one of us wants to lose but if we have to - the only opponent we can suffer it from is each other.

[@kim8946]

@unclejezza well said 👏👏👏🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@IwasInThe60s]

That is so true.

[@StaalBurgher0]

Agreed

[@user-lw2ng1jb1m]

100%

[@user-lw2ng1jb1m]

@@Yeahrightbru As a S African, this rivalry is No 1 for me. However, losing to Ireland, France, Argentina, England, Scotland or Wales (on their day) wouldn't embarrass me at all. This game is for everyone and there's no one team that I want to have world domination, not even my own Bokke!

[@JK0628]

Merthins and Marshall are both legends and as a Bok supporter I must say I have a lot of respect for them. Was a real privelagde listening to them and fun, brilliant show guys

[@cliff2891]

100% agree! They’re far more likeable and palatable than Jeff Wilson and John Kirwan.

[@charliebrown115]

Agree, solid lads

[@mthabitX]

@@cliff2891particularly Kirwan, he is especially "unpalatable". Only time he is fun listening to is when he melts down after an AB loss.

[@joedennehy386]

The south African hosts legends as well, always liked Burger

[@axxey]

@@mthabitX NZ disowned Kirwan and gave him back to Italy, we just can't manage to get him off air and have to watch all foreign coverage.

[@rudivanaarde8952]

Just want to say thanks for a awesome show. It's been a great ride. Go Bokke🇿🇦

[@nlocnil3602]

The fact that so many of these former players who youd swear were enemies on the field are actually good comrades off the field and after their careers. I love it

[@ozmanoshe]

I wonder if we'll see Johnny and Ioane on a show in the years to come lol.

[@richardmatatahi4563]

@@ozmanoshe Johnny shout.

[@joedennehy386]

Both teams have huge respect for each other

[@nicholasharvey8657]

Mainly s.a an us kiwis. Even when I meat a saffa we become mates because of the love off this game

[@russe19642]

If you've played before you'd know after the game is when the fun starts

[@diebaardbek]

The Boks Office was one of the highlights of the 2023 World Cup. The best rugby show I have seen probably in forever. Do not stop after the World Cup. 🎉

[@Tehui1974]

As a kiwi, I've enjoyed watching it too.

[@terrybrewis7418]

Totally agree. Please keep it going.

[@ZiphoWophula-lb7se]

Shimmy is such an awesome host

[@ordsage]

This show gets the most views almost immediately. It just feels like a bunch of fun guys you'd love to have a beer with, it's been so fun watching this series. Woohoo, this was the best final line up! Boks vs ABs, couldn't be better!

[@terrybrewis7418]

I think they'd be a dangerous bunch to have a long lunch with. 😂

[@ordsage]

@@terrybrewis7418 everyone needs to give their poor liver a drubbing every now and then! It builds character😂

[@theodorosmoro-esperidis7035]

Springboks taught me to never give up in life. Fight like a Springbok👊🏽

[@Bokgat]

You learnt this from a rugby team. Wow your parents must be proud

[@theodorosmoro-esperidis7035]

@@Bokgat thank you all the best!

[@jabulisiletugwana6545]

Boks have inspired all of SA! You're in good company, parents and all.

[@dithipamakgato3307]

SCHALK Burger, this guy was a great talent in the Springbok jersey.

[@JonSmith-uu7go]

A gentleman off the pitch, a thug on it

[@powerbite92]

@@JonSmith-uu7go The best pundit in rugby at the moment

[@_vic97]

I get sad thinking that this will be over in a couple of days. What a time to be alive 🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@cantoncool]

As an All Black supporter I can say it will never be over. Of course winning is great and losing is a drag but the occasion is the most important. May future All Black and Bok encounters continue and for us to enjoy this great game. This is more important than the results. Without one team there is nothing left. This game is going to be epic. Great respect.

[@rorygilmoreNZ]

As an Irish born WhenWe, ex Zimbo, ex Saffa, and now a kiwi, it’s been so moosh (lekker etc) hearing the humour and banter, as well as the rugby knowledge coming out of you lot.., you gotta keep it going. And please make sure it’s syndicated to NZ tv. Marshy & Mehrts you guys are legends and I think I speak for a lot of southern Africans when I say that. May the best team win (ie the Boks) 🙂

[@aviatormk8720]

Definitely would love to see more of it. Love the laid-back vibes and banter, plus Shimmy is a fantastic host.

[@terrybrewis7418]

Shimmi for President😊

[@Matt-mv1zg]

As a South African and a huge Bok fan, I could not have wished for a better team to meet in the final the Mighty All Blacks, all South Africans said at the beginning of the world cup never underestimate the Mighty All Blacks like most countries and poles and media said and they showed not one bit of respect for the world's great Mighty All Blacks and coach, we never did!, now these two greatest teams face each other on the biggest stage and a massive shout out to Ian Foster on what he's done for New Zealand Rugby and there great Captain Sam Cane for leading his team to the final. Huge respect from me and all South Africans may the best team win.

[@myleslea5483]

The Boks office must absolutely continue. Its brilliant 👏 👌

[@nicminit]

Shimmy has to be an outside reward the Rugby fans in general have won. What a legend, what a presenter. He connects every guest into any convo beautifully.

[@user-lw2ng1jb1m]

Marshy talking about 'okes' made me smile tremendously - loved his commentary of this WC down in SA, thanks for the great content JM!

[@jaspermalan3640]

Andrew is such a legend right there, loads of respect for the big fellow, in his Era such a flippen good player, go bokke go bokke

[@derekaarts4997]

Yes he is, he scored so many points against us, breaking hearts.

[@colindouglas7769]

Hi Shimmy and all the guys. Scotland fan here, I've really enjoyed watching the Boks Office through this last few weeks and if the will is there, I would love to see this podcast continue to be a presence. I think the Final will be everything that is good about rugby and there's no doubt the right two teams are there contesting it. France and Ireland have been wonderful to watch too, but I always felt that the final would be between the ABs and the Boks from the start. I've enjoyed all the banter that has been such a feature between fierce foes on the park, but such good buddies off it. My respect to you all, and may the best team win! Thanks for your commitment and insight, lads! I've enjoyed it immensely! 👍

[@6Doublesix]

Love the laid back chat and banter this show brought us this world cup. Marshall was a real gem in the episodes he was in. Some of the stories we heard were terrific!

[@chieffa32]

Boks office has been brilliant. Defs need this for the international seasons!

[@qaqambilengumbela62]

Shimange must have his own podcast, if not rugby show on SuperSport, etc.

[@colinhulett8139]

SHIMMY, I think you are a 1 %er!! Which in my eyes is in the top 1% of the job! You are so natural at hosting and have a fantastic way you going about it. Please keep this going! Not only for us the fans, but also for these guys, getting onto your show must boost their carriers 👊

[@andre-louw]

Absolutely continue with the Box Office. Great insights, stories and memories shared with the viewers. Awesome entertainment. Simply great to watch!

[@JGM19681104]

The Boks office should become a permanent podcast. Enjoyed every single episode!

[@NashLee001]

This has been the BEST shows with absolute Legends having a good chat and laugh while giving their views. Tops, Guys Well Done! Its so nice having watched them play against each other at the highest level and now getting to hear them talk and their personalities!

[@edwarddutoit6505]

Sir Mertins looks already so scared...We love those fellows...Awesome team mates and good. Spirit...Wonderful lads.❤

[@garethogle]

Please do continue. I never followed any rugby podcasts, until I came across boks office. And it lead me to GBR and Big Jim. Stellar stuff guys. I'm here for it as long as it lasts 👊🏽

[@MaxBellotto]

The best rugby show by far! Absolutely love the raw and natural nature of the discussions with loads of humour built in. The game of rugby is magic and this show encapsulates the brotherhood of rugby and gives us a look into the amazing friendships and amazing moments you guys share.

[@naughtyelf]

One vote for ‘keep up the boks office’ please! On youtube naturally as not all supporters are back home! Loved this episode and the comraderie between Springboks and AllBlacks…

[@ericvanderwalt31]

100% continue with this podcast! Just make sure to get mehrtens and marshi on it, love the chemistry between the South Africans and the NZealanders

[@rchw8052]

A Kiwi here. I love the friendship and banter forged between the two countries through this awesome game. However, with all due respect, I'm pretty confident we're gonna bring this baby home. 😂 ❤️🙏

[@Smoke_C]

You are. Guaranteed.

[@Yeeted_Utensil]

How's that aged?

[@colettemoolman4410]

Compared to most other international rugby podcasts that then to get a bit toxic at times, the Boks Office is a breath of fresh air. Everyone is having a good time, uplifting and positive. Love it! Keep it going 👍

[@Deletthis-gp7yy]

Long may southern hemisphere dominance continue 🇳🇿🇿🇦🇦🇺🇫🇯🇦🇷💪

[@Deletthis-gp7yy]

🇹🇴🇳🇦🇰🇪🇺🇾🇨🇱

[@ckaphim]

20 year dominance and counting

[@chieffa32]

Shimmy must have had a looooong sleep since that last video. Man is looking strong again.

[@dg6289]

The 2007 bok squad deserves to be celebrated as much as this squad has been. Keep the boks office going. Love hearing from all these guys.

[@dcs4880]

Can see Marshall has been spending time with the saffa's, using the word "oke" now.

[@WORS06]

this show should definitely continue.

[@clibo1]

This podcast convinces me that these legends speak like this on a daily. They should have a live audience. Supersport sleeping on this eish

[@NigelCrompton]

One of the Best Rugby Shows. Well done Guys. Let's keep this show going. Please!!! Good one Shimmy.

[@frikiebester]

Boks Office to continue, please! Great job Shimmy and guests.

[@K_A86]

This is the best show Shimmy! Please do continue and keep Marshy 😂

[@tsepom455]

Please continue the Boks Office!!! This is the best show on this channel! 😁

[@kenvenn1848]

Shimmy! Thank you for hosting this series. My go to RWC coverage. Fantastic all round. Amazing guests and real insight. Pls remind Jean and Skalla that Joel is an E93. (This coming from an E88)

[@dee3041]

NOOO. Dont end it. Make it a traveling podcast. Take it with you to wherever the games are 😂

[@arahihagger1555]

Man alive, Ive enjoyed this set.... The Boks Office has humor and seriousness all in the one... Peace out from NZ.... May the Best Team Win....

[@dirkpretorius4314]

I absolutely love the energy and friendship these guys display. Battled each other on the pitch in the past and now like brothers. Just amazing. I think this only happens between the All Blacks and the Springboks. Big Jim Hamilton from Scotland will also fit nice into this group. Correct me If I am wrong.

[@zTaniwha]

The overall love, passion and respect these guys have for both nations is so heart warming.

[@JK0628]

Boks Office must please continue,love the vibe and hanging out with legends .🎉🎉🎉

[@Herman-oy2tm]

This show was absolutely the highlight of all commentary this World Cup. Sublime job on hosting Shimmy; JDV and Schalla are absolute legends!

[@donovanchisholm7711]

Shimmy...u asked what there highlight of the tournament was, well its this show....the knowledge put down with humor puts us in the office with you as you give us a ride through normal days that you all get to experience....we live through you all....what a treat...and Marshy must be a regular guest....loved it and thank you❤

[@trevoroutim8519]

This needs to become a permanent show. Shimmy, make this happen.

[@SleepyObi]

These shows have been fun to watch. Keep it going (so long as Shimi remains the host and the guests as varied)

[@ElectricWolf1983]

This show is awesome! Let's hope it continues.

[@orical2832]

This is a great series, really should continue after the RWC It's great to see legends from different countries share a laugh with great banter and stories and also give great insight into the game. Awesome.

[@devonbagley1156]

I will miss this show! Well done World Rugby and all involved 🙌

[@Giowykes]

Please continue! This Show is my highlight of the World Cup

[@eleayafrost7951]

Yes, please continue with the Boks office. I love the brotherhood, the friendships. Listening to men who go all out to smash each other, and get into scuffles on the field, get along and have a laugh, taking the p*ss out of each other, is just awesome.

[@AlanHunt-th1fb]

As a New Zealander, I also love Springbok Rugby. Praying for a draw

[@diyguru9677]

If the game is still tied after extra time the team with the most boundaries will be awarded the world cup. 🏏🏉🏆 🤣

[@ithper]

@@diyguru9677too soon lol

[@potsie7778]

Don’t they have a kick off at goal. Five kickers from each team. Must be selected from those players on the field at the end if extra time.

[@joshuahector7830]

Definitely need more Boks Office episodes. Great podcast!

[@Samwise1808]

This show needs to continue. So refreshing to have such a humorous yet insightful look behind the scenes of the rugby world

[@jacqueshollands5630]

Best episode yet! Great to see the friendly banter, laughter and utmost respect these players have for each other. Time to make this a permanent show, Shimmy. URC has started so you have plenty of material.

[@kagisomonareng]

We should have a combined Northern hemisphere vs a Southern hemisphere team match. That would be so cool! Also who would you put your Northern/Southern hemisphere team? 🤔

[@killuamondo8684]

Northern hemisphere already has one

[@JINXRSAMobile]

Boks beat the Northern team 2 tours back to back in a row...they not that good..if Bokke and ABs must make a team together theyd run over the north team with ease

[@TheOrangespeck]

You absolutely HAVE to keep the BOKS squad together. Thank you.

[@kimlouise-rf5rr]

BOKS OFFICE is on point! Please continue this podcast 🎉

[@hermiesmit1]

Keep it open chaps!!! Loved every minute of it as a Saffer living in California!!

[@artur.j.r]

I'm going to miss this podcast, it's been love. Most wholesome, entertaining and informative show this WC.

[@RichThomas]

Absolutely brilliant entertainment. The most real, funny and lekker show on KZbin about the Rugby World Cup. So yes - more Boks Office in the future please

[@sashinkuppan767]

Please keep this podcast going. Shimmy has something special here

[@simanyeluzipo2368]

Legends in Paris ❤

[@johannmalan2994]

Priceless to see these rugby Ledgent, sitting together and have a chill and chat. Show must continue PLEASE FREDDIE🙏

[@nickyscholten]

Keep the Boks Office coming! It has been great fun 😂

[@Bruce-Hill]

You guys are amazing. I think its been absolutely fantastic to share the fun, the chats and the very insightful opinions and predictions of the some of the best rugby players that ever walked the planet. Thank you. My vote is yes 100% keep it going. There is such scope to make this accessible to a massive audience via KZbin and other forms of modern media. I wish you all the best of luck going forward. With a little good fortune and a lot of Springbok supporters behind the team I really think we are going to pull this one off. Go Bokke!

[@JK0628]

All legends,going to miss show .Thank you for amazing show . Go Bokke

[@PauloJorgeMonteiro]

Yes! Please continue the Boks Office!!! We love you Shimmy! If I could only add one small thing: add some 7s and Womens game coverage. It would be good to know what they are doing.

[@gabeavelino30]

Please please make this a permanent podcast

[@adrianhenning3399]

What a fantastic journey with you guys! Thanks for the hard word and proving, once again, that the game of rugby bring everyone together! 😁🙏

[@danielzweigenthal4464]

I think the pod would be an amazing thing to continue with. Would love it if they held recording for one day so that they can analyse the squads rather than speculate about them and then the video is released after the squads are released.

[@lindasmith3451]

What a show, such great rivalry with these guys, true humble legends and a credit to rugby. Rugby wins and so does Boks Office

[@jonathonchicksen2486]

Yes please Shimmy. We need the Boks Office to continue - it’s a national treasure. Thank you, cheers.

[@KentDonaldson]

Bryan Habana; more yellows for SA than Schalk and Bakkies - that is an unbelievable stat 😂

[@14nst3w4rt]

... because he's the same size as the referees. The other two...a bit more intimidating😂😂😂

[@sweetiemoodley1779]

So great seeing these generals who played great rugby against each other enj the comraderies. They gave us savoring moments indeed. Great memories. Wonderful show. Thank u.

[@ianjacobs2998]

Great podcast. BRING IT TO SOUTH AFRICA 🇿🇦🙌👍

[@ceejay4987]

You Okes are bloody legends! I have watched all your episodes and I have to say, the trio of Shimmy, Schalla and Jean is the kiffest. They are your typical 3 South African (Saffas for the English ... hmm hmm... 32-12) dudes just chilling at a mates house having a beer and talking smack, with a touch of Ruggas, and even taking stabs at, not only each other, but even the ABs Old Boys. Such great Banter! Put a big smile on my face! Thanks for representing ... I nominate the three of you to forever be known as SA's The Big 3. And to Justin Marshall and Andrew Mehrtens, thank you, what absolute Gents. This is why we respect the All Blacks so much, because over the last decade, the rivarly has not only grown stronger, but the bonds formed between the two nations are even stronger off the field. Rugby has made it almost gaurenteed that if I bump into a Kiwi, I know I have a new mate that with a common interest, Rugby! It really makes me proud to not only be South African, but also to be a very proud supporter of Rugby in general. May the game be great for eternity. P.S. South Africa are definitely the underdogs this game... Abs are playing so well at the moment ;)

[@waynedamon1732]

Brilliant show and really enjoy the Bok and AB banter as well getting a glimpse of what the players are like 😂

[@adrianleonard6449]

Merry xmas everybody! What a early xmas gift ! My beloved bokke against the kiwi's ! Love it! Just believe!

[@edwarddutoit6505]

Awesome shimmy...😂 nice presentation simz well done!👌

[@wernichbekker7608]

I could listen to this every day of my life. Boks office needs to continue!

[@uSbusiso_]

I wanna see the bok office podcast continue.. we need more south african perspective content. SuperSport is just greedy with final whistle

[@taco_man678]

I am so pumped for this game! Going to be amazing!! Strongte for both teams! Hope SA brings it home!

[@user-hu5xt4tq7o]

Such a great show. Love the mix of Saffas and Kiwis together. Excellent

[@geraldnaicker262]

Awesome show with legends of the game. No fear to appreciate good rugby and complimentary to strong opposition when deserved. Boks office should be a show with guy's and gal's who have played at the highest level. I would subscribe

[@vahrampezeshkian3212]

I am a bock supporter, always been, its a beautiful pod cast and its great to see legends sit and discuss the past and future. This is why rugby is a beautiful game❤❤❤❤

[@JasonClark-qy9pe]

Bro! You cannot stop! Am a dedicated AB supporter but dude, your show has to continue! Watched all episodes. It's awesome to see past legends of the game just hanging out having a beer after basically trying to kill each other for a decade or more lol. Go it yourself if you don't get the support from the network, you're a fantastic host! So many of us will be watching bro. All the best!

[@marlesedeklerk1518]

Excellent to see you all I am so proud we all are behind you Boks. I don't think we really know what it took from you all to get here. Epic The all black

[@kobusbarnard1879]

Awesome show guys, privileged! Classiest ex-player pundits together - respect

[@kobusbarnard1879]

Go Bokke

[@robroy8485]

Two great Kiwis , respect 🇿🇦