Springboks unveil stunning new jersey to celebrate 1995 World Cup triumph

SA Rugby and Nike revealed the new Springbok jersey on Tuesday, with new title sponsor FNB’s logo emblazoned on the front.

The new jersey has been well received by fans on social media, weeks after the Springboks’ training kit came in for some criticism.

The green and gold home jersey does away with the collar and features a zigzag design along the neckline to pay homage to the King Protea, South Africa’s national flower and sporting emblem. Inside the collar are four stars that feature as a nod to the team’s four Rugby World Cup victories, as well as #ForeverGreenForeverGold.

The alternate jersey is all white with the Protea collar in traditional bottle green, while the playing range is supported by a training and off-field range for supporters.

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A heritage jersey with a retro feel was also released and aims to honour the Springboks’ famous Rugby World Cup win back in 1995.

The recreation of the 1995 jersey is in traditional cotton and features the iconic badge of the Springbok leaping over a wreath of proteas.

“Nike has done a superb job to produce a kit range that both honours the traditions of the Springboks while giving it a modern design edge,” said SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer.

“We also chose to honour the 30th anniversary of the 1995 victory that was such a watershed moment for rugby and for South Africa.

“We believe the replica kit and the wide range of lifestyle apparel and fan-centric accessories that go with it will allow supporters to wear their pride wherever they go – and especially on Bok Fridays.”

The home and alternate jerseys, as well as the lifestyle collection, will be available from Wednesday (25 June) from Nike stores, major retailers, and online.

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