Springbok Women Announce 2025 Rugby World Cup Squad with Historic Ambition

Most Prepared Bok Women Squad Yet

The Springbok Women revealed their 32-player roster for the 2025 Rugby World Cup in England during a ceremony at Johannesburg’s FNB Stadium. This marks:

• South Africa’s 5th World Cup appearance
• Their most organized campaign to date, per team veterans
• Pool matches against #7 Italy, #4 France, and an opener vs. Brazil on August 24

Leadership and Experience

Captain Nolusindiso Booi (52 caps, 4th World Cup):
"Things weren’t like this when I started. Now we have a friendly environment where everyone is welcome."

Vice-captain Babalwa Latsha on their recent win over New Zealand:
"That victory made us believe anything is possible. We’ve trained exceptionally hard—this is the best prepared we’ve ever been."

Key Players to Watch:

• Aseza Hele (loose forward): 13 tries in 28 appearances
• Taylor Kinsey (40 caps, 3rd World Cup): "We’ve built toward this since 2022."

Coaching and Unity

Head coach Swys de Bruin praised the squad’s diversity and cohesion:
"It’s a true Rainbow Nation team. Their bond inspires us as coaches."

Tournament Outlook

• Departure: Thursday for England
• Critical Match: Brazil in Northampton (August 24)
• Goal: Improve on 2022’s group-stage exit