John Smit
Weight: 42st 3lb (268kg)
Hometown: Polokwane|Pietersburg
Position: Hooker
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Sports Mole has 11 articles about John Smit. Articles 1 to 11:
On This Day: South Africa beat England in 2007 Rugby World Cup final
England were hoping to defend their crown when facing South Africa in the 2007 World Cup final, but Brian Ashton's men lost to the Springboks on this day 14 years ago.
Oct 20, 08:00
South Africa coach Heyneke Meyer: 'Picking Jean de Villiers a difficult decision'
Heyneke Meyer reveals that sticking by captain Jean de Villiers for the Springboks' second World Cup match was "one of the most difficult decisions" of his life.
Sep 23, 12:36
Bryan Habana: 'South Africa have to make big statement'
South Africa's all-time record try-scorer Bryan Habana says that the Springboks have to make a "big statement" against Samoa in Saturday's Rugby World Cup clash.
Sep 23, 11:55
On this day: South Africa's Morne Steyn enters folklore with flawless display
On this day six years ago, Morne Steyn eclipsed the Tri-Nations record for most points scored by an individual player during South Africa's 31-19 win over New Zealand.
Aug 1, 08:00
Jake White confirmed as Sharks boss
Jake White, who coached South Africa during their triumphant World Cup campaign in 2007, is appointed as director of rugby at Natal-based franchise the Sharks.
Oct 7, 07:29
Preview: London Wasps vs. Saracens
Sports Mole previews Saracens' trip to Adams Park to face London Wasps in the Aviva Premiership tomorrow.
Mar 29, 20:37
Saracens survive Northampton Saints comeback
Saracens survive a second-half comeback from Northampton Saints to claim a 17-16 victory on Sunday.
Dec 30, 16:01
Preview: Saracens vs. Northampton Saints
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Aviva Premiership encounter between Saracens and Northampton at Stadium MK.
Dec 29, 13:27
Peter De Villiers admits his time is up as South Africa boss
South Africa coach Peter De Villiers is preparing to his leave post following their World Cup defeat to Australia.
Oct 9, 12:50
Team News: John Smit returns for South Africa
Captain John Smit returns to South Africa's starting lineup for Sunday's quarter-final against Australia.
Oct 5, 19:37
John Smit rues missed tackles and costly turnovers
John Smit rues his side's missed tackles after their 40-7 Tri-Nations defeat to New Zealand in Wellington.
Jul 30, 14:12
