Very humble person

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Yes, very much so. Great to see how many of our Springbok heroes are so humble.

Great interview with Gaffie - he was a versitile player that really could play anywhere in the backline. I remember that he played for Griquas, Sharks, WP and then later for Cheetahs. Gaffie sounds like a great guy. Thank you Peter for this interview.

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot, Ben! He was a versatile player and added value wherever he played. I truly believe in an alternative scenario Gaffie would have been our flyhalf at the 2003 and 07 World Cups. But it was not to be. Thanks as always for the kind words.

Excellent interview!! I was always a big fan of Gaffie Du Toit, especially when he was playing for the Sharks, Always a humble and cheerful player. It's good to know that he is doing well in life. Good for him

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Thanks David! Appreciate the kind words. I too was a big Gaffie fan in those days. I truly believe he would have been our flyhalf at the 2003 and 07 World Cups had he been managed properly instead of being thrown to the dogs. He was a great guest and I'm really pleased I could get him on the show.

I really enjoyed the interview with Gaffie. He comes across such a humble person as well. Thank you Peter for a great interview.

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Dev. He really does come across as a humble guy. I'm so pleased I could get him on the show. It's my pleasure and so glad you enjoyed it.

I was there when Gaffie played in his first test, 13 June 1998 in Bloemfontein. Springboks won 37-15. My first and up to date only Springbok test which I attended live. Stefan Terblanche scored his 4 tries in front of us.

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Wow, what a special memory, Stefan. I am really jealous. For a whole host of (mostly stupid) reasons I did not attend a live Springbok Test until 2008. And sadly with me living overseas now I have not attended one since 2016.

Great interview Peter- I thoroughly enjoyed it! Gaffie's English is perfect far better than me speaking Afrikaans! He seems like such a nice man he speaks openly & honestly! What a pity he & Franco Smith did'nt play more tests together they would've been a perfect 10/12 combination!

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Thanks as always, Sean! Gaffie's English is great - there was no need to apologise. He was a great player too. I didn't say it in the video but he was actually one of my favourites and I truly believe if managed correctly he would have been our flyhalf at the 2003 and 07 World Cups but it was not to be. And believe me when I tell you, Franco Smith should have been part of that journey too. But like Gaffie says, different coaches have different ideas. We'll never know.

incredible reminiscences ! .. such memories of those days .. thanks Gaffie!!

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Couldn't agree more, Duncan! Special memories.

Gaffie had the longest boot I have seen, geez he could kick far effortlessly.

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

He could kick it a mile! Thanks for the comment, John!

There is either a dose of humility among these Afrikaans ex bok players or they are deliberately flying under the radar I think his English is top notch Gaffie should come to some parts of USA and even he will be shocked That aside, great interview as always and also great to know more about Gaffie, who admittedly I had not heard much about Sounds like a down to earth guy and hoping he can grab all the opportunities life presents to him On the trivia, I was going to go with ABSA, so that’s a fail for me 😂

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Spot on! Humility you see everywhere. It's great to see from these heroes of ours who have achieved so much. I agree his English is great - there was no need at all for him to apologise. I have no doubt there are some shocking examples you could give us from the States! Thanks for the comment. Really appreciate it. It's also very encouraging. Absa was indeed on our shirt for a long time so not a bad guess!

I never was a Gaffie fan but watching this interview he seems like a top bloke

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Rick. Cheers for the comment.

Talking about Andre Markgraaff. Would be super interesting having his story told, quality coach back in the day.

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

I agree, Christopher. I hope to get Andre on this show too at some stage. Would be a fascinating conversation.

@powerbite92

11 ай бұрын

@@frontrowrugby Might bring it up again. I said it before,it bears repeating - I had it confirmed by people in the Springbok set up who heard it first hand from Luyt: Louis Luyt said in 1995 that the plan was to make Carel du Plessis his protege and Springbok coach and that he would make it happen. Luyt was broederbond obviously. He was always angling to put his man, du Plessis, in. A big issue under Markgraaf was the contracts and the extra money for the1995 RWC winners compared to the rest of the squad. Surprise surprise Joel Stransky who was a b-b (and a freemason lodge member when he came to England) had a visceral hatred for Markgraaf. Also puts a whole new perspective on what Markgraaf said to ex-Scotland hooker Allan when he said, "the Broederbonders don't want me to pick you at no. 2". I was around then-current and ex Springboks in 97 when I heard these revelations. Speaking of sponsors alot of ex-Boks were furious with Louis Luyts son negotiating a new Nike contract mid-97 in the manner of a spoilt child with no business experience.being given a toy.That was the environment that Markgraaf operated in. What everyone will say about Markgraaf is "no excuse for what he said!" and everyone will say "quite agree!" which misses the point - firstly, they must have no experience of the racism, sexism, lechery and thuggery that some SARU members openly displayed at official functions at the time. One feted SARU member was actually publicly chased out of the official box at Newlands by an ex-Bok I knew who was ready to hand him a beating. Now,, what kind of things do you think that calibre of SARU member were in the habit of saying to all and sundry? And what kind of private conversations do you think the white administrators were having about them and their kind? I'm not condoning it.. not at all, but that was the environment. Which leads us to the second point, why out of all these people's private, red blooded conversations, was it Markgraaf's irritable comments recorded and put out there in the media? Commenters on this channel will say "no no! Markgraaf bad racist!" which is a nice virtue signal but they obviously have never been around Or**** Ho****s after a few drinks. Again, WHY was Markgraaf the only one recorded during that time? Plug in all of those characters to a dictaphone, black, coloured or white, they were all saying the same kind of things.. But markgraaf was the one recorded? whilst Luyt the B-B wanted du Plessis in and the likes of 'funny handshake' Stransky hated Markgraaf with a passion? Thats why Gaffie du Toit liked Markgraaf - because he was real, whilst the rest of SA rugby (of all colours) was thick with corruption at the time. The whole episode reflects worse on the likes of Luyt and Stransky than it does on Markgraaf. You dont have to agree with me but someone has to bring this up. SA Rugby in 1996 was not a place for shrinking violets and NOONE was saying careful things about race.. (well, ha ha probably Francois pienaar but thats another story..)

Lapping up all these interviews and reliving all the memories. Would be keen to hear you interview Dave von Hoesslin, who started as scrummie with Gaffie at full back vs All Blacks when Mallet was coach. Certainly some controversy surrounding management of these young players!

@frontrowrugby

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Bradley. Really glad you're enjoying the videos! I did an interview with David Von Hoesslin. If you can't find it let me know and I'll send you the link.

Great takeaways from this one. Remember when teams like Ireland were easy beats. Gaffie was similar player to Frans Steyn. Was never really groomed properly to settle in one position. Part of a great Griquas side in his early years at provincial level.

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

I concur, Nunu. Gaffie in many ways was born at the wrong time. Today they would appreciate his versatility more but also coaching has also evolved so much that they would know exactly what to do with a player like Gaffie. I still believe he could/should have been our flyhalf at the 2003 and even 07 Rugby World Cups with Franco Smith at 12. But our coaches, management and administrators needed to play their part in that too. Oh well ...

Peter...the last couple of weeks you really took it next level..Teichman was great and Gaffie really surprised me..Great interviews...The only thing I didn't like was that you both don't like the Bulls...lol..but I understand as I feel the same about WeePee..lol..sorry..Agian..thx for the awesome work you are doing..Have a great Sunday with the family and God bless you all..GO BOKKE 2023 Ps..a couple of surprises in the results this week..Scots beating France??NZ going close with the Kangaroos..And Bokke going bush in the Second half...Moodie...the next Habana????We can take this WC

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Haha, thanks bud! The order of the interviews can sometimes be a bit random - it often comes down to whoever is available but it's great to have had Teich and Gaffie back to back. Two men whose careers were heavily impacted by Nick Mallett. I'm really grateful that both of them were happy to come and talk about their careers with me. Hahaha, I'm sure you didn't like the Bulls part ... but I totally understand you're not a Province fan. One thing I'm sure we agree on is that in SA rugby nothing beats the Province-Bulls rivalry! You have a great Sunday too and God bless! PS Yes, some surprising results but I do know that the French rested several of their star players so maybe we can't read too much into that Scottish win. As for the Aussies, maybe Eddie is finally getting them to click (even if just a little bit). All about peaking at the right time. Agree Moodie is looking like a great player. We're going to have him and Arendse on the wings for the next four years I believe - very exciting!

For me Gaffie was the Springbok that came the closest to having Joost's intimidating spirit.

@frontrowrugby

2 ай бұрын

He was a wonderful player. One of my favourites and I really feel if he was managed and taken care off a bit better he could have easily been our flyhalf at the 2003 and 2007 World Cups.

timeless stuff !!

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Cheers Duncan! Glad you enjoyed it.

I watched the end of the video so know the answer. Thanks - good show. Soon I will get to watch all the interviews.

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

That's great, Peter. Thanks for the support!

Great interview

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Thanks John. Appreciate the kind words.

awesome Pete

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Lekker boet!

Was a fan of Gaffie and thought he and Dave were short changed. Wasn't right for the coach to call them out specifically...

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Yeah that makes two of us. If managed properly Dave, Gaffie and Franco would have been our 9, 10, 12 going through to the 2003 World Cup. But alas!

Hi Peter, yet again pure quality! I would also like to say that Gaffie looks great! You know me I am a sucker for spicy story and he brought some real heat. I liked that he is a straight shooter and called it like he saw it. Gary bless him was a lot kinder to Nick than Gaffie was 🤣 He had a lot more appreciation than anyone re Markgraff, whereas other players from that era sort of just glossed over it.

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it as usual!! Gaffie was hard done by when it came to Nick and as you say, he was happy to say it as he saw it. Made for a great interview I think! And yes, I think Markgraaff played a big role in helping Gaffie get to Springbok level in the first place so unsurprising that he should speak so highly of Mr M! Only one more Bok video to go before the RWC stuff starts.

@rif9576

11 ай бұрын

@@frontrowrugby it would probably come as no surprise that I only started to be GdT fan when he joined the Stormers… but I have new appreciation for him as he too is Honiball fan. I can understand his affinity for Mr Markgraff but some things were said that cannot be excused and rightly couldn’t be allowed (my views are my own) Wow are that close to RWC content? Roll on Krynauw and rightly it’s a 95 winner!

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

I must admit I liked him from the start. I had high hopes and I still think he was badly managed. Nevertheless, I remember thinking to myself in 2004 when he joined the Stormers that it might very well be just what he needs to get back into the Bok setup and sure enough Jake White called him up! As for Mr Markgraaff I think you and I are thinking the same thing! We are indeed that close to RWC content. Very appropriate that it's a 95 winner but I must be honest it wasn't planned that way! But hey, so what?

@rif9576

11 ай бұрын

@@frontrowrugby it was serendipitous! Kismet and all that other lovely words people use for great luck 🤣but it’s worked out now hasn’t it? I cannot wait for John Eales interview. I am fan. I know we can’t say nice things about the rest of world rugby, if you prick us do we not bleed green and gold (not gold and green or that weird away kit the Boks played in last Saturday) Urgh I glossed over the White thing but most players have nice things to say about him. I probably have to be fair and say he may not be the terrible human I think he is. I still don’t think he is the nicest but views have been revised.

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Yes, don't tell Krynauw but it worked out that way because someone else couldn't commit! Otherwise I was going to call Krynauw only after the RWC. John Eales is going to be a good one. I actually have FOUR Rugby World Cup-winning captains lined up as well as a host of other videos that I hope you're going to get great value out of. Of course we bleed green and gold - not gold and green - but apparently we also bleed aqua and white now! Hahaha, Jake won the World Cup so I guess the rest of us have nothing to say.

"Haffie" as the UK commentators called him😂

@frontrowrugby

4 ай бұрын

It's so annoying that they don't even try to pronounce our names accurately. Very disrespectful if you ask me and unacceptable especially for broadcasters.

He and Dave were thrown under the bus way too early against the All Blacks.

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

I agree, Wilbur. So sad what happened there. I really believe Gaffie and Dave could have been our halfback combo at the 2003 World Cup but it was not to be sadly.

Castle Larger. I think in 2001 test match in France, the name on the jersey was changed to Charles as the French laws prohibited alochol advertising on the jerseys.

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Yes, that's exactly right, Dev. Castle Lager except for Tests in France when it was Charles because of their alcohol advertising restrictions. It started with cigarette advertising in the mid-90s and then extended to alcohol throughout much of Europe.

👊🏾👍🏾

Gaffe was fast and could kick!

@frontrowrugby

4 ай бұрын

He certainly was. I had high hopes for him. I still believe if managed correctly he could/should have been our flyhalf at the 2003 and even 2007 World Cups. But we'll never know.

Great insights and clearly not a Mallet fan..😂😂😂

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Can't really blame him. Thanks for the comment!

Charles glass for the french test castle for the rest

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Excellent knowledge Matthew! From the mid-90s there was a global crackdown on cigarette advertising. Alcohol soon followed throughout most of Europe so as you say we had Castle Lager on the jersey except when we played in France. Charles it was! Cheers!

Castle Lager

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

The one and only! At one stage they were sponsoring the national rugby, cricket and football teams.

SASOL

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Close, Peter. Sasol actually came after this particular sponsor. Want to have another go?

Castle Lager

@frontrowrugby

11 ай бұрын

Quite right, Ben. The first brand to appear across the chest of a Bok jersey.