Springbok Rugby Adventures With Marius Hurter

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In this exhilarating episode of Front Row Rugby 1995 Rugby World Cup champion Marius Hurter takes us back in time to discuss his impactful Springbok career.
Marius made his Bok debut at the 1995 Rugby World Cup against Romania. Hurter would also feature against Canada in the infamous Battle of Boet Erasmus but otherwise played more of a bit-part role in the Springboks’ campaign.
Nevertheless he was a key part of Kitch Christie, Andre Markgraaff and Carel Du Plessis’ Springbok squads during his three seasons in the famous green and gold.
Marius does not hold back as he talks about everything that happened in a memorable era for Springbok rugby.
00:00 Introduction by Peter
00:42 Called up to 1995 Rugby World Cup squad
01:35 Training sessions
02:05 Debut against Romania
03:40 Battle against Canada
04:21 1995 Rugby World Cup squad member
05:09 Winning the 1995 Rugby World Cup
06:06 Kitch Christie
07:18 Andre Markgraaff
08:16 Touring Australasia
09:16 Losing to the All Blacks in 1996
11:49 Francois Pienaar dropped
12:58 Not selected
13:41 1997 Tri-Nations
15:12 Conceding 50 points
16:07 Hammering Australia
17:03 Carel Du Plessis
18:01 Bok career ends
18:46 Toughest opponent
19:34 Favourite current player
20:08 Funny moment
22:05 These days
16:40 Trivia question
Peter says: I love the Springboks and rugby is one of my favourite sports. Although as a sports journalist I am supposed to remain neutral, I always like to point out that before I became a professional, I was just a big fan! I hold a Masters Degree in International Journalism so at least you know I should be able to ask a good question or two! My dream is to do this TH-cam Channel permanently. You can help me out by liking the videos, subscribing to the channel and hitting the notification bell.
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[@brucekendall52]

Seemingly a very diplomatic person.Still looks in great shape.Thanks.

[@frontrowrugby]

He does look like he has slimmed down since his playing days.

[@seanpinkey8798]

Another good interview Peter- Marius was a top prop but played in an era where there were plenty of outstanding props!

[@frontrowrugby]

Thanks Sean. He was indeed a formidable front rower. This country of ours has been so blessed with magnificent rugby players.

[@FranciscoDeGouveia]

Marius Hurter very very interesting, especially you being a Paratrooper, Ex Alto Vincimus 1976

[@frontrowrugby]

Very cool, Francois!

[@seanpinkey8798]

Ruan Pienaar was the Bok flyhalf against the Lions in 2009- first 2 tests

[@frontrowrugby]

Indeed he was!

[@jacqueskotze9011]

I swear the name comes up in most shows is Tiaan Strauss

[@frontrowrugby]

Haha, it's interesting isn't it? He was certainly an important figure in Bok rugby, that's for sure.

[@user-iq6ch4cg7l]

Ruan Pienaar

[@frontrowrugby]

Correct!

[@wilburburger6155]

Ruan Pienaar till he was replaced by Morne Steyn

[@frontrowrugby]

Quite right.

[@jamesmcnaughtdavis7947]

Ruan Pienaar

[@frontrowrugby]

Correct!