SANZAR Classic Rugby Matches: All Blacks, Springboks, Wallabies and British and Irish Lions

Watch SANZAR Classic Rugby Matches: All Blacks, Springboks, Wallabies and British and Irish Lions

  • 2013
  • 1 Season

Sanzar Classic Rugby Matches is a sports TV show that takes viewers down the memory lane by reliving some of the best matches that the Southern Hemisphere rugby nations - the All Blacks, Springboks, and Wallabies - have played against the British and Irish Lions. The show features some of the most iconic and memorable games between these sporting giants spanning over three decades. What is even more fascinating about this show is that it gives audiences an opportunity to watch some of the best players that ever graced these teams in action.

One of the most impressive aspects of this show is that it provides a platform for rugby enthusiasts and fans alike to revisit and appreciate some of the rich rugby history in the Southern Hemisphere. Although these games were played years ago, the passion, the atmosphere, and the intensity that these rugby matches evoked still resonate with viewers even today.

The show features games from different tournaments, including the Rugby World Cup, Rugby Championship, Bledisloe Cup, and Tri-Nations. It caters to a broad audience, from seasoned rugby fans who were lucky enough to witness these games during their prime to younger audiences who may be discovering the games for the first time.

One of the highlights of the show is the game between the All Blacks and the Lions at Eden Park in Auckland in 2005. This game is significant because it was the first Lions game to be played in New Zealand for over a decade. It is also noteworthy due to the high stakes involved in the series, as the Lions were looking to secure their first victory against the All Blacks on their turf since 1971.

The show also features a game between the Springboks and the Lions in Pretoria in 2009. This match was part of a three-test series that had fans on the edge of their seats. The match was highly competitive, and the Springboks emerged victoriously. This game was memorable because it marked the end of the Lions' coach Ian McGeechan's career as a Lions coach.

Another memorable game featured on the show is the Bledisloe Cup match between the Wallabies and the All Blacks in 2000. This game was a masterclass in rugby, with both teams showcasing their attacking prowess. The lead kept changing hands throughout the game, and the match eventually ended in a draw, with no team able to edge out the other.

The historic Rugby World Cup final between the Springboks and the All Blacks in 1995 also makes an appearance on the show. This game had enormous significance for South Africans, as it was their first major sporting competition since the end of apartheid. The Springboks emerged victorious, with Joel Stransky's last-minute drop goal securing their triumph. This game will always be remembered as an iconic moment in South African history.

The Sanzar Classic Rugby Matches show is a must-watch for any rugby fan looking to relive some of the most memorable matches in Southern Hemisphere rugby. The show's quality production, coupled with the dramatic commentary, adds to the excitement of watching these games. Additionally, the show takes viewers through insightful analysis, highlighting the key moments that made these matches so memorable.

In conclusion, Sanzar Classic Rugby Matches is a fantastic show that provides rugby enthusiasts with an opportunity to revisit some of the most iconic rugby matches ever played. The show does an excellent job of invoking all the passion, intensity and excitement these games evoked, and it will have viewers reminiscing for hours on end.

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World Champions Defeated in the Cape
12. World Champions Defeated in the Cape
July 8, 2013
The 1st test of the 1997 series kicked off in Cape Town following controversy surrounding a clash between James Small and John Bentley in the lead up to the fixture. But the rugby did not disappoint; the Lions were victorious courtesy of tries from Allan Tait, and Matt Dawson who threw an audacious dummy which fooled six South African players.
2nd Test, Kings Park, Durban
11. 2nd Test, Kings Park, Durban
June 24, 2013
In the nail biting encounter played out in the humidity of Durban, it was the Lions who came out on top courtesy of a Jeremy Guscott's drop goal and thus recoding a famous series win over the World Champions South Africa in 1997.
A Sea of Red At the Gabba
10. A Sea of Red At the Gabba
July 8, 2013
The match is famous for the 'sea of red' created by the vast number if travelling fans that descended on the Gabba creating the illusion that the Lions were on home turf. The Lions stunned the Wallabies, producing a spectacular display of Rugby as Brian O'Driscoll and Jason Robinson announced themselves on the world stage for the first time.
A Fitting Finale to an Outstanding Tour
8. A Fitting Finale to an Outstanding Tour
July 8, 2013
The Wallabies managed to open up a 6 point lead going into the last 5 minutes of the series. The Lions pounded pressure on the Australia line, but the key turning point came with a line out steal from Justin Harrison on his own goal line. Australia held their nerve to wrap up a 2-1 series victory and sent the lions home empty handed.
All Blacks Wet Weather Master Class
6. All Blacks Wet Weather Master Class
July 8, 2013
The Wallabies decided to make a statement against the All Blacks in the very first match of the Tri-Nations in 1996, by turning their back on the haka in blustery conditions in Wellington. Michael Jones scored the first try, followed by Christian Cullen, Justin Marshall, Zinzan Brooke, Jeff Wilson and Jonah Lomu.
The Wallabies Bounce Back to Defeat the World Champs
4. The Wallabies Bounce Back to Defeat the World Champs
July 8, 2013
The South Africans had a sense of desperation after entering this championship off the back of a series defeat to the Lions a few weeks earlier. The stage was set perfectly for this tense, seven try thriller, but it would be the Wallabies who would come out on top compounding the Springbok's woes.
The Greatest Game of All Time?
3. The Greatest Game of All Time?
July 8, 2013
A blistering start by the All Blacks had them race out to a 24-0 lead with less than ten minutes on the clock before halftime, the wallabies fought back to tie the score before the whistle the Wallabies. The hosts came close to winning the game in front of a world record crowd of 109,935, before the incomparable Jonah Lomu scored the match winning try.
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  • Premiere Date
    July 8, 2013