RASSIE+ | Too Small, Too ‘Quota’ – How Breyton Paulse Defied It All
In the season finale of Rassie+, we go deep with one of South Africa’s most electrifying wings — Breyton Paulse.Born and raised in Boland on a farm, Breyton reflects on life as a small-town kid with big dreams, breaking through the barriers of expectation in a game that wasn’t always built for him.He opens up about the emotional toll of being labelled a “quota player” — and how that word shaped conversations in South African rugby for years.From standing out as a smaller player in a game dominated by size, to his iconic flick flack celebration (with Rassie’s unexpected contribution), this episode is filled with heart, honesty, and history.🎁 Final GiveawayTo thank you for watching the season, Rassie is giving away 5 signed books to the top 5 most liked comments on this episode. ✅ Subscribe💬 Comment👍 Get those likes!
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RASSIE+ | Os du Randt on Power, Props & the Bomb Squad Before It Had a Name
In this episode of Rassie+, Rassie sits down with the legendary big man of South African rugby, Os du Randt — the man fans have been begging to see on the show. Os opens up about how he earned his iconic nickname, his role in what many call the "original Bomb Squad," back in 2005 and the unconventional (and hilarious) ways his father toughened him up for the front row — including carrying heavy loads and literally having to stand on his head to make his neck strong. It's a raw, funny, and inspiring chat with one of South African rugby’s most loved figures.
Rassie Erasmus and Nick Mallett — two giants of South African rugby with a complicated history.From coach and player to critic and strategist, their relationship has played out in the public eye with no shortage of headlines.Now, for the first time, they come together — not to settle scores, but to share stories, perspectives, and a deeper understanding of the game they both love.It’s honest, it’s surprising, and it’s a moment South African rugby fans didn’t see coming.#RassiePlus #NickMallett #SmashSports #Springboks #SouthAfricanRugby
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Rassie+ Episode 7: From Farming to France, winning Heinekens Cup and seeing Chutney Pots.
In this episode of Rassie+, Rassie Erasmus is joined by scrum guru, former Springbok, and the man behind the iconic bucket hat — Daan Human. From humble beginnings on a Free State farm to the frontlines of France’s rugby powerhouses, Daan shares his remarkable journey through the world of rugby.They unpack everything from Daan’s love-hate relationship with scrum machines, his transition from player to coach, and the art (and chaos) of scrumming in modern rugby. It’s a raw, insightful, and often hilarious conversation between two of rugby’s sharpest minds.Whether you’re a front-row fanatic or just love hearing the stories behind South Africa’s rugby legends, this one’s for you.Subscribe, like, and let us know your favourite Daan Human moment in the comments below
From Despatch to Bloemfontein — in this special episode of Rassie+, Rassie Erasmus sits down with two Free State rugby legends: Jaco Peyper and Helgard Müller.They dive deep into the golden era of Cheetahs rugby, reliving the journey of breaking a 29-year title drought, and the transition from player to coach. Rassie and Jaco share hilarious stories from their varsity days — including when Jaco used to ref Rassie’s games (and wasn’t afraid to blow the whistle against him!).This episode is packed with behind-the-scenes insights, untold stories, and plenty of laughs from three men who helped define Free State rugby.Watch now and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to Smash Sports for more episodes of Rassie+.
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