Jean de Villiers

JdV inspires Junior Boks in Stellenbosch

Jean de Villiers shared some words of wisdom and inspiration with the Junior Springbok class of 2022 before the upcoming U20 Summer Series in Italy.

One Bok on Owen’s list of best captains he reffed

Respected former referee Nigel Owens has named the all-time standout skippers he officiated, which includes just one Springbok and two former World Player of the Year winners.

Captain Marvel: Jean, Teichmann take charge

After parading to victory over Siya Kolisi, Jean de Villiers now faces the next challenger in the series to determine the best Springbok skipper.

epa07988207 South African rugby captain Siya Kolisi (C) holds up the Webb Ellis Cup with a boy and players Cheslin Kolbe (L) and Duane Vermeulen (R) during a trophy tour in Cape Town, South Africa 11 November 2019. Tens of thousands of South Africans came out to see the Springboks finish their nation wide trophy tour in Cape Town after winning the Rugby World Cup. South Africa won the Webb Ellis Cup after defeating England 32-12 in the Rugby World Cup final played in Japan on 02 November 2019. EPA/NIC BOTHMA

Captain Marvel: Siya vs Jean

The Springboks have been led by some inspirational men – here’s your chance to decide which of these two charismatic skippers was your favourite!

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA - MARCH 12: Damian de Allende of Bank of Ireland Munster during the United Rugby Championship match between Vodacom Bulls and Munster at Loftus Versfeld on March 12, 2022 in Pretoria, South Africa.

Jean: De Allende is ‘critical’ to Bok success

Jean de Villiers says there is no reason to believe Damian de Allende is slowing down in the wake of the centre’s recent excellent performances for Munster. DYLAN JACK reports.

Jean: ‘Dangerous’ for Boks to exit Rugby Championship

Jean de Villiers and Jim Hamilton think it’s inevitable the Springboks will join the Six Nations, but raise concerns over the impact the move could have on the Test calendar and future British & Irish Lions tours. DYLAN JACK reports.

Jean de Villiers is back in the game

Former Springbok centre Jean de Villiers will take up a new leadership role as chairman of the MyPlayers board, the players’ organisation announced on Wednesday.

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 13: Sam Underhill of England during the Autumn Nations Series match between England and Australia at Twickenham Stadium on November 13, 2021 in London, England.

One Bok in Underhill’s dream team

Powerhouse England flank Sam Underhill has picked a former Springbok captain as the only South African representative in his all-time dream team.

Watch Jean and WIN a priceless Bok prize

Former Springbok captain Jean de Villiers shares his rugby memories during a drive around his neighbourhood with Ryan O’Connor.

Jean: Boks will throw everything at England

Former Springbok captain Jean de Villiers says the world champions won’t be lacking for motivation when they front up against England at Twickenham on Saturday.