Rugby
Six Springbok stars have been named in World Rugby’s 2025 Men’s Dream Team, highlighting another dominant year for South Africa. Malcolm Marx, Ox Nche, Thomas du Toit, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Cheslin Kolbe all earned places after standout Test performances.
South Africa’s golden era in Test rugby continues as six Springbok players have been selected for World Rugby’s prestigious 2025 Men’s 15s Dream Team. The announcement crowns a season in which the world champions once again set the global benchmark for power, precision and consistency.
Hooker Malcolm Marx leads the group after being named World Rugby’s Men’s 15s Player of the Year, a recognition long expected by fans who have watched him dominate both the breakdown and set-piece. Ox Nche and Thomas du Toit complete a formidable front-row presence, reflecting the Springboks’ signature forward strength and the scrum that continues to torment opponents.
Pieter-Steph du Toit, already considered one of the greatest flankers of his generation, earns yet another Dream Team cap after a season marked by relentless physicality and world-class work rate. His leadership in tight contests remained central to South Africa’s success.
In the backline, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s inclusion marks a coming-of-age moment for the young playmaker, whose intelligent game management and attacking flair have made him one of the most exciting rising stars in international rugby. Cheslin Kolbe, the dependable magician of the outside channels, returns to the Dream Team with his trademark blend of footwork, speed and clutch finishing.
