The boys say anyone who was privileged to be in Cape Town on Saturday night were treated to a royal masterclass.

Match Recap: Springboks vs Barbarians at DHL Stadium

What a vibe at DHL Stadium! Over 4,000 fans braved the rain to witness the Springboks demolish the Barbarians 54-7 in a festival of rugby.

With Qatar Airways transforming the President’s Suite into a first-class lounge, and legends like Schalk Brits and Dylan Rogers soaking up the atmosphere, it was a night to remember.

The Springboks dominated from start to finish, scoring eight tries in wet conditions.

Cheslin Kolbe dazzled with a standout all-around performance, earning praise as the best player on the planet.

Jesse Kriel was rock-solid as captain, while returning stars like Damian de Allende and Lood de Jager hit the ground running. The Boks’ depth and intensity were on full display.

Despite the Barbarians’ rich tradition, they looked disjointed understandable, given they only trained once after arriving Tuesday.

The Bok machine was too polished, too physical, and too relentless.

Key moments included:

Sasha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s cheeky play and confidence.

Young guns like Canan Moodie, Jean-Luc du Preez, and Malcolm Marx impressing.

A reminder of the Boks set-piece power and strategic focus as they gear up for Italy.

Off the field, Cape Town brought the party, fan parks buzzing, and locals showing endless love for the Boks.

The game served as a perfect warm-up before a tough test window, with Italy, Georgia, and the Rugby Championship on the horizon.