How can someone from another country make you feel so proud of your own country. Thank you mfethu, nice video. 🇿🇦

33:11 "No pain is invalid, things don't hurt less, just because the person next to you is hurting more" - that's beautiful

I think I speak for all South Africans and rugby fans when I say this was beautifully made my friend!

We went to go watch the Springboks vs Australia in Johannesburg in July 2019 where Siya was the water boy for the team. By many this was seen as degrading, but to me it was a sign of a great leader. A leader does not just lead by example, he also serves his team - something that Siya did with absolute graciousness. Afterwards he joined the Gwijo Squad (supporters who flew in from Capetown) in dance. Siya is deservedly the Springbok Captain!

Not to mention, RASSIE ERASMUS just tweeted a link to this video, talk about giving props!

"International Rugby is always better with a strong Springbok team" - "South African Rugby is bloody and heartfelt" my two favourite quotes from the clip. Well done! Please keep up your excellent commentary.

It’s weird to say, but as an American, I have never been more satisfied to be rooting for a team like this. I can’t tell you how heartfelt I feel now but it’s not just the team and Kolisi that spreads I spiration, but you, squidge, for sharing that same passion! Much love man, exceptional video!!!❤️🇿🇦

Squidge. I don't know if you will read this but thank you. I'm a humble school teacher in South Africa coaching under 16 boys and I shared your video with them. They loved it. You very justly gave one of our greatest moments the right words. Again thank you

Loved this but right when you got onto the bit about Siya Kolisi empathy for all his team mates own personal struggles my hayfever kicked in so my eyes started watering and my son, he's a knob by the way, he was laughing at me saying I was crying when I wasn't, I just forgot to take my Claritin.

I was talking with my housemate and one of the best qualities of these videos is that Squidge appreciates each team for its own merits; the Boks for their brutality, the French for their Frenchness, the Uruguayans for their passion (and being the best rugby team in the world). That kind of rugby ecumenism makes the game so much richer and more enjoyable to watch. As opposed to complaining about teams not playing rugby "the right way."

You are a genius my friend. I've been watching rugby for more than 40 years and have never come across someone as insightful as you. Keep it up. You are yourself, a rugby legend, Squidge.

Cape Town (South African) here, and as such, apart from the GREAT VIDEO, we have generally a huge respect for the Wales team. And genuinely wish you guys the best when not playing 'us'. Stay rad brother!

Massive respect for Faf, kicking is not his natural game and he took alot of abuse for it but he always trusted Rassie and that faith showed in the end.

been waiting for this video for weeks and made my girlfriend watch it with me. A woman who’s opinion of rugby is that it’s an unnecessary relic of apartheid. As such you can imagine how much rugby she’s actually watched. Mid way through the video she says “ this guy is so good even I know what’s going on - and he’s funny”. This pretty much is the highest praise I can think of for your work.

As a Bok fan from Sri Lanka, who fell in love with them before the 2007 world cup and supporting them through out all these years, this analysis video made me emotional and tear up. Such a well deserved team to win the World Cup, I don't think even their own fans had them down to win it. Erasmus is a bloody genius and the entire Bok squad played with so much heart and passion. The final against England was an absolute pleasure to watch! Great analysis mate!

As a die hard English fan I have nothing but respect for this bokke side. Absolutely magnificent. Completely gutted about the end result but not really much you can do when you come up against a side like that!

Thanks Squidge. As a South African who loves the game, the past few years have been really hard on the fans. When Rassie took over, we started to hope. But then we started seeing this kicking game "plan A" and most of us could not understand it. We started to win a few games again, and the fans were placated. and throughout 2018, we continued to be hesitant in "believeing again". But 2019..... oh what a year. the strategy started to make sense (thanks to some of your analysis) and you could hear the intake of breath as we won the rugby championship. But most pundits kept reminding us: "no team, that has won the rugby championship in a world cup year, has ever gone on to win the actual WORLD CUP". So we went into the world cup with most of us hoping for a world cup victory but happy with a semi final appearance. And then we lost to NZ in the opening game of our pool.... and the pundits again said: "no team that has lost a pool game has ever won the world cup".... and it just got better and better and better. The Semi final against Wales was a squeeky bum affair, but we got through it. And the best possible thing to happen was England beating NZ for us. England played their 2019 "final"in the Semi's. The week before the final, the entire UK media had written us off as runners up, and when Cheslin stepped Farrell, you could hear the UK media snapping their pencils and choking on their tea and it was GLORIOUS. As a patriotic South African, the 2019 rugby world cup, and our teams journey to become the overall victors, gives me such hope for my country. Because when we all look past our diferneces and come together as one unit, we are unstoppable! Thanks for the great video as always. and keep up the awesome work. !

I think no one comes close to rugby analysis as you do, not now not ever. Another masterpiece.

Hey Squidge. The biggest disappointment during the world cup was how You Tube stiffed you and robbed us of the privilege to watch your brilliant videos.

"Pure sheer minded BASTARDY!" - I laughed so hard I almost fell off my chair! Enjoyed your Video and analysis. Let's hope our teams meet again in the next RWC Final!

I feel like having Squidge analysing the opposition team's game plan for your country would be the equivalent of having a cheat code.

Respect to Squidge and the bokke from NZ!

As a South African this low key made me really emotional

Rule 7: always bet on the Springboks if they're in the final

I am so excited for this! Can someone mention how Handre Pollard broke his cheekbone during this game and played the whole 80 minutes

I'm going, to be honest , this video (as a proudly South African ) nearly got me crying , u sincerely bring the passion and enthusiasm that every South African feels when watching these videos, and the first video about this, I was crying of joy, genuinely tearing up, thank you

Best 80 minutes of my life. Drank a bottle of brandy and got laid to top the night off

I kind of almost start crying when I think about Siya Kolisi. By some distance his is the greatest story in sport. An astoundingly amazing human being.

You have created a South African following beast now, be prepared to make more good videos about the Springboks going forward to feed the beast you created.

Supersport (South Africa) ran a "World Cup Final Review" last month. Switched out half an hour into it because scraping my wrists through on the tarmac outside seemed a more exciting prospect. A masterstroke would be bringing Squidge in for some cutting edge analysis on next year's Lions Series and banishing some of those stuffy former players regurgitating cliches with "accuracy"... 😉

Dude! Stahp! How can every video you make be this awesome! Clever, informed, funny, well- delivered and brilliantly sincere and respectful of all corners of our community. Keep it up man. You are in BEAST mode with these uploads!

I'm not necessarily a rugby fan, but I am a South African. This video made emotional in ways I hadn't expected. Well done, mate

This was absolutely incredible, the tactical analysis is one thing but your input on Siya Kolisis was just wonderful.

One of the greatest comebacks in sporting history. When the Bokke lost to Italy, even South African fans thought SA rugby was dead, there was no way back. 18 months later and we were top of the World. What a story.

The most valuable 36 minutes of my year...that Siya Kolisi segment just made the tears flow all over again.

Loved this! From a big Kiwi fan.

126 Likes 0 Dislikes. Despite Squidge torturing us with a 3 day wait, we still love his work so much we will gladly enjoy this carrot and stick situation. Because of this hype I am expecting a 3-part 2hr Squidge-style docu-miniseries.

"... the winger being way out alone, like me on my birthday" hahaha I felt that!!! Love you Squidge thanks for what you do!!!

As as South African, I cannot tell you just how much this analysis was about more than just rugby, but what our country and our people stand for.

In all honesty the part about Siya Kholisi will always give me goosebumps. Squidge you are the man

This video just made me so happy!!!! The amount of detail that Squidge puts into these videos is really exceptional. More importantly, this serves as a great learning tool that could be used by all lovers of rugby (schools, clubs, etc.)

Who else here is South African?

Every month or so I return to this video. It seriously helps me to relive the 2019 World Cup. Gives me goose bumps to this day!🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

Thank you for highlighting the beauty and nuance in the bastardry of Springbok rugby. It's too often dismissed as one dimensional and uncreative. Assume this of any project that includes Rassie at your peril :)

This was worth every minute.... all of it ...even the onions ...😭😭 go Bokke go 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🇿🇦🇿🇦

Hands down the best rugby analysis channel in the WORLD! Yup, I f***ing said it! You are absolutely brilliant, mate! I love what you do... My appreciation for your work is steady, but slowly getting to levels of the cultish praise and love you have for Alun Wyn Jones. 😂

Still one of my favorite videos on youtube! Every time I watch this I fill up with pride.

What a great tribute to the Bokke! The part about Kolisi really gave me goosebumps. Keep up the great research and excellent videos Squidge! Inspirational and intelligent analysis...well done to the Boks again

This is an interesting video coming up soon. Squidge is by far the best Rugby Analysis I know. Even as a Springbok fan, it's worth the wait. Squidge will surely dissect this one for us with an interesting insight for sure. I can't wait.

This was your best piece yet Squidge. Your passion is contagious. Uniting people the world over for a love of sport is the greatest force known to man, and uniting them for the best sport on earth is not just great but profound. Good on you.

Man this is such a good video. Not only because I'm south african and us winning was the best day of my life but it just made me fall in love with not only the boks but rugby even more. Big props on the video. Maybe a series of you analysing each team in the top 10 or something?

As a rugby fan from the States who hopes our national team keeps getting better and better as well as our professional clubs I’ve become quite the Boks fan over the last several years. Some of my favorite players like du Tiot and Kolisi are great man. Squidge, great video man. I started watching your channel from the Lions 2017 tour analysis and I’ve been a fan ever since. Keep it up.

Thanks Squidge, got me crying here in South Africa.

Can we all just agree that Squidge should have at least 500k subs by now🔥🚶‍♂️sigh

I'm a massive football fan who just started watching rugby. I'm happy I stumbled across this video because the tactics and commitment you shed a light on were delightful. I understand what you mean about a team united. Up the boks

As a South African first I love your videos.I know alot of people around the world dont like our team. They call us boring ect. I hope this wonderful video finally makes everyone understand the real reason for our kicking game. Its not about looking pretty or entertaining, its about winning world cups, Rugby championship and been ranked 1 in the world.

How many times am I allowed to watch this?

Love how you always take a dig at Israel Folau.

Glad this was on my recommendations list as I was feeling nostaligic for some rugby. I never thought you could outdo the "So how did South Africa win the Rugby World Cup final?", but alas here we are. I can only imagine how much effort went into analysing all these games but it is greatly appreciated. Absolutely amazing stuff. A bright future in rugby management awaits you should you choose to pursue it. Thanks and keep up the excellent work.

That was brilliant. Thank you for making this video. Proud South African here. The stories of struggle towards the end really hit hard after observing the poverty and obstacles that so many people encounter. Big respect.

This pleases me as a scott that lives in Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Thank you Squidge. That was amazing. How you haven't been scooped up by a network just baffles me. I have been walking around with a puffed up chest for more than half a year now, but this video just puts that pride in the right place. So proud of our boys.

Your analysis of any match is by far the most interesting and definitely the one I attach the most weight to. Rassie should give you a job!

Squidge, as a South African myself, this video spoke to me. I had a SE grin on my face that entire opening segment because you were describing my high school rugby experience

This video is trending at number 50 in South Africa atm

This is probably the best video I've watched in my life. Like any form of video, it's just too good.

This is simply brilliant! The level of in depth analysis you've done of Rassie's game plan(s) and springboks team culture that lead to their World Cup victory is mind-blowing! Love and truly appreciate your work dude, keep it up!

Youre awesome Squidge, best analysis and insights out there, thanks and respect (from NZ)

An exceptional analysis of the entire Springbok world cup journey, game plan and human element. Your work is truly on a different level. It is always an absolute pleasure watching your videos Squidge, thank you.

Dude, this video has it all!! Halfway through I was giggling like crazy and by the end I had tears in my eyes. Your analysis is very insightful, but more importantly, you manage to highlight the passion and emotion involved in this amazing game of ours!!!! Well done mate, pour yourself a Bells!!!!!!

This almost made me cry man. Thank you so much. This is beautiful and insightful content

Ive never enjoyed anything of this sort this much! Well done Squidge! and I subscribed

This was so wonderful Squidge. From 2017 to the moment the final whistle on the 2nd November 2019 when my Springboks were crowned World champs you captured so well. It was a real rollercoaster of emotions but so worth it

You always make me a very proud Springbok and Rugby fan - your analysis is spot-on. I think the scariest thing for other teams is, that 2019 was not ZA at their best, it was the groundwork for it. I think the next stage is going to be very interesting. Very well done video!

As a south african and a springbok fan, this has gotta be the best video ive ever seen. thanks mate!!

'Mate a pigeon flew over the stadium at halftime, wallabies never stood a chance'. dying

19:27 - 19:33 Squidge you are a gem. I love your videos. I've known that rugby is exciting for a few years now but your videos have really added something truly special to my experience of the sport. Please keep up the great work.

I’ve now watched this three times. Thanks Robbie! Its good to have the boys back!

What Rasmus did for South Africa is what Deschamps did for the French football side in 2018. No one above the team and a culture of working for each other and maximum chemistry and cohesion! Brilliant to see!

but that clip at the end! totally laughed out loud :) great insight and analysis as always, very informative and entertaining.

Squidge, you've outdone yourself with this one.. beautiful arc, beautifully written. What a beautiful game.

Robbie, you are a virtuoso. May you find the energy and time to excel at this craft. So glad that Rassie Erasmus acknowledged your skills in particular this video

Awesome doccie Squidge! Very funny and also very insightful. You are now an honorary South African ;-)

This is a phenomenal video! Thanks Squidge for making my Saturday night a nostalgic one about a beautiful team :D

Your insights are some of the best I've ever watched in world rugby, extremely in depth. From South Africa, well done!

My goodness this video is good, maybe the best you have put together yet, and hopefully inspire and unite people together through this amazing sport.

As a rugby enthusiast living in South Africa, I can confidently say you hit the nail on the head with this one Robbie! The analysis is perfect as you unpack the awe-inspiring story of the springboks' development during the past decade. This was a pleasure to watch and honestly made my day, content like this makes the uncertainty of our current time all the more manageable thank you so much!

As an Australian fun, Squidge is about the only thing stopping me from switching to lawn bowls as my primary form of sporting entertainment.

Absolutely brilliant video. Long may you continue with great content.

I’ve watched this twice. So incredibly insightful. Love your humor and presentation style.

God it was a true pleasure to watch South Africa in WC19. Takes notes Australia.

This is the greatest video I've seen in my life. Amazing work Squidge

As a South African I love this 🇿🇦💜

Squidge, your hard work (and your brother's?) passion and ability to weave facts and figures into a narrative are ... amazing. If I had an award to give for the best sport analysis - you. Gold.

This video never gets old. Just watched it again and still is one of Squids's best videos.

This is an absolutely incredible video, you're an amazing analyst and an even better story teller! Thank you

Thanks for this awesome video, once again, Squidge. Once again, I hope you'll analyse every RWC final ever.

Well done Proud springbok fan from South Africa The videos just keep getting better

Your analysis of the game is exceptional!! I love the way you are able to tie in humour in every available space as well! I have watched a ton of your videos and will continue to do so!! 👊👊

Squidge jou yster!!! Thank you very much. Tears for days. This is one for the ages.