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

They did it again. South Africa last Saturday announced themselves as one of history's great sides as Siya Kolisi's immortals became just the second side ever to retain the men’s Rugby World Cup. So, how did they do it, what got them over the line, just how close was their 1-point win, what can the All Blacks take from this, how critical was the red card, and where, in the history of the game, does this side deserve to rank?
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Which says more about WR than it does about an individual doing good things

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Why was it banned?

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@@Baconppancakes copyright issues.

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

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Greatest quote ever.

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Chuck Norris is afraid of Peter Steph Du Toit

[@gunmonkey1185]

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

[@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.

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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.

[@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

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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!

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Knowing Squidge he probably did this on purpose :)

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Is there anyway to watch chasing the sun without dstv

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

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

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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.

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Hit the notification harder than Ox Nche hits the dessert cart

[@kogaryu5558]

😂

[@ayandaveli2882]

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

[@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.

[@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😍

[@lebogangsetlhaba7391]

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

[@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.. ❤️🙏🏼🥳

[@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.

[@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.

[@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 🍾

[@jeanllup6150]

Greatest cheaters in WC history. Congrats

[@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

[@MichaelPottsF1]

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

[@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

[@KekeHimona]

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

[@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.

[@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.

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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.

[@sibongiseninkande7279]

A great way to end my Sunday. Siyabonga

[@ThabangNong-bl6do]

That tribute to Siyamthanda Kolisi ❤❤❤

[@user-up7pk7et5x]

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

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SORRY

[@kobusg7460]

Sorry mate; here is another...

[@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 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@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!!

[@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." 🤣

[@daganhorack9617]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@tshep0]

This video needs to get to more than a million views

[@clicksplashwow-realestatev1613]

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

[@callankotzen8420]

This is tactical poetry of the highest order

[@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.

[@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!

[@benjansenvanrensburg1080]

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

[@Galaxygacha-ir5ko]

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

[@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

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😂😂😂 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.

[@hamishwilmot2552]

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

[@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.

[@azalianieuwenhuys8844]

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

[@mdavidom5903]

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

[@Grimm48]

hell yeah! im holding out hope that an New Zealand vs ireland QF is also floating in the ether

[@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

[@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...!

[@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!

[@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

[@nilsholmgren]

The tribute to Siya was spectacular. He learnt all that it means to be a servant leader by following in the footsteps of his Lord.

[@brennedownie419]

congratulations! And thank you so much on behalf of all of us who have been privileged by your world class content. I cannot wait to watch this!!! So excited 🎉

[@StuHolmes]

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

[@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

[@123lapl]

Just dried my tears after Chasing the Sun2

[@Betuins]

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

[@abevandenberg9604]

Amazing video! Such an unbelievable achievement for making the video. Thanks guys! Amabokoboko 🎉

[@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!!

[@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!!

[@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.

[@tvdeathstar]

rassie, siya and handre. the father, son and holy boot.

[@MWHastings89]

It’s crazy how no one ever talks about how obviously forward the pass for the try was. The ball bounces significantly forward of where Telea released it

[@slowjoecrow_]

I know right!! Like, not “leaving the hands backwards” … just straight up knocked on. That would have hurt forever if the boks lost.

[@KekeHimona]

How many times do people need to explain! Ball leaves players hands backwards…Ball bounces forward! Even Squidge takes note in beginning of video that there are hundreds of ways an OVAL ball can bounce when it hits the ground! Facts are…ball left players hands backwards @26:16. All is permitted to bounce however it wants to smh

[@nicholasvanlierde2546]

@@KekeHimona Nope, went more than a foot forward, straight out of the hands. Even the NZ commentators thought it was forward.

[@KekeHimona]

@@nicholasvanlierde2546 it bounced forward. But ball left players hands backwards. Obs you not looking at video reference

[@KekeHimona]

@@nicholasvanlierde2546 and NO NZL commentator or even international commentator believes it was forward

[@timothyboucherbirder]

Incredible analysis. Wonderful job. Watched your videos in 2019 - loved them, and was not disappointed with 2023.

[@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

[@robinelliot5003]

Thanks, guys. we appreciate all the work you both put into these videos.

[@stephanvandermerwe1711]

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

[@johngrewar6843]

Great video Gents! Thanks for all your efforts!

[@LambTjops]

Chasing the Sun 2 finalle and Squidge is back! What a day!

[@MR021_]

I'm a very PROUD South African ,no matter what we face in our country ❤🇿🇦

[@garyburger6319]

Absolutely beautiful! Thank you ❤

[@chiefgl1161]

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

[@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👍

[@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)

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As someone (a South African nogal >.

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These videos are phenomenal. Thank you!

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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.

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Wow, you have a beautiful gift. Incredible video

[@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

[@AndrePl812]

Awesome to have you boys back! Brilliant analysis as usual. Can't wait for more

[@MkhululiMtshali]

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

[@allitrop]

I was looking forward for this video for 6 months. Worth every second of waiting, great job mate. Saludos desde Chile!

[@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!

[@mikezog1030]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@nicktatalias3716]

Well done thanks for finally sharing that video

[@Keiphton27]

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

[@gorries9928]

When the Vid originally came out i was at work, I put it on my watch later only to have it be taken down. I am so glad I got to watch this. They should have Featured you in Chasing the Sun 2. Love the Vids and Keep up the great work

[@VonkMML]

Awesome. 🎉🎉 Really enjoyed that, please keep it up.

[@TheKeagsonn]

Wow... That was GREAT!!! LOVE your work.

[@wynandduplessis9166]

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

[@TraubiBauling-xx9jv]

Glad this vid is back, listened to it at work back last year. Finally got to saw it💪

[@AlanHaarhoff]

Worth the wait. Thank you!

[@craigkenny7728]

Squidge, that tribute to Siya had me in tears man! 😭😭

[@myronalcock4716]

Excellent work, writing was particularly funny! Thanks Squide and Co.!

[@cvn8921]

Awesome video!!! 👏👏👏👏

[@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.

[@martinmarais2541]

Has to be one of your best reviews ever. 👏👏👏 so much emotion.