Springboks at the Rugby World Cup
No team is bet on harder in South Africa than the Springboks at a World Cup — and with good reason. Here are the ways to back the four-time champions, and what to weigh up.
Ways to back the Boks
The big one is the outright — South Africa to win the tournament, where their record keeps them near the head of the market. Shorter-odds alternatives include to reach the final, to win their pool, or to make the semis. Match by match you can back the Boks on the result, the handicap and first try scorer. Their knack for winning tight knockout games makes 'to qualify' markets a popular Springbok play.
What to weigh up
The Springboks are perennial contenders — four titles, back-to-back in 2019 and 2023 — but a World Cup is decided by fine margins, the pool draw and the knockout bracket. That is exactly why backing them outright early, at a bigger price, can hold value. Pair it with the Rugby World Cup predictions page and the Rugby World Cup guide for the full picture.
Frequently asked questions
How many World Cups have the Springboks won?
Four — in 1995, 2007, 2019 and 2023 — a record, including back-to-back titles at the last two tournaments. It keeps South Africa near the head of every outright market.
What are the best ways to bet on the Springboks?
Outright to win, or shorter-odds markets like to reach the final or win their pool, plus match-by-match result, handicap and first try scorer bets through the tournament.