This July, the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Springboks 1995 Rugby World Cup Victory, bringing packed premium front-row seat content made up of a mix of unforgettable moments and a live match to the public.
As part of commemorating this historic victory, SABC2 introduces the acclaimed five-part documentary series, Chasing the Sun, starting Sunday, 13 July 2025 at 19:30, offering unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the Springboks’ 2019 Rugby World Cup journey in Japan.
Chasing the Sun chronicles how South Africa’s national rugby team prepared for and won the Webb Ellis Cup, uniting a nation in celebration. This intimate documentary goes beyond the game itself, revealing the personal stories, struggles, and triumphs of players who would ultimately lift the trophy. From coach Rassie Erasmus’s tactical brilliance to captain Siya Kolisi’s inspirational leadership, the series exposes the human drama behind World Cup glory.
Through Chasing The Sun, viewers will gain exclusive access to the team meetings, training sessions, and candid moments previously hidden from public view.
Each episode of Chasing The Sun builds a narrative arc mirroring the team’s journey from uncertainty to triumph, featuring selection battles, strategic decisions, and moments of doubt that preceded Yokohama’s euphoric celebrations.
Leading up to the documentary’s debut, SABC2 will broadcast the highly anticipated clash between South Africa and Italy live this Saturday, 12 July 2025, from Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth. Starting with the build-up at 16:00 live in the studio, and the match at 17:00.
The story of a nation chasing its dreams and catching them. Join SABC 2 every Sunday at 19h30, starting 13 July, for one of the most captivating documentary series ever broadcast on South African television.
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