Bj Botha @BJBotha Twitter profile

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

9 months

For the record here’s a still shot before the ball comes in, Ben got this spot on with Genge’s knee on the ground, penalty every time. The reason for the penalty is that this knee on the ground gives the L-head a big advantage on height, hence not legal. @rugbyworldcup

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

To win in France in @ChampionsCup you need a “pack” that imposes itself for 80min, to win in Clermont @ASMOfficiel it’s that one step further and something for the ages! 🔴🔴🙌 @Munsterrugby

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

Where there’s a will there’s a way!💪😁👌 #lovescrumming

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

8 months

For those of you who were still asking what this World Cup win does for South Africa….here’s your answer!

Jared Wright

@jaredwright17

8 months

Look at this. 🙌 Spreading some joy! 🇿🇦🏆

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

Memories to last a lifetime, privileged to be part of it, I salute you my brother🖤 🔴🔴 @CJStander @JMNeethling 📸 @GettyImages

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

9 months

Gotta love three backline specialists discussing the scrum…😄😄🤯🙈 @rugbyworldcup @Springboks

Virgin Media Sport

@VMSportIE

9 months

Scrum discussion: 🗣 "By giving a penalty where you can take 3 points or kick for touch and maul, you are incentivising scrummaging to get the penalty!" 🗣 "World Rugby have to make a decision. Do we want the scrum to be the focal point of our game?" #ENGvRSA #RWC2023

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 months

Clip 1 is a penalty against Ireland on their own ball for collapsing. For me @IrishRugby get a great hit on the engage sequence, especially on Porter’s side and feel Antonio is under pressure and the French hooker can’t get his hips through which means they can’t recover. The ref

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

7 years

Let's go boys💪Mumhan abú #munster #suaf

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

Congratulations on an incredible career @TommyoDonnell87 was great to share the field with you, incredible athlete but more importantly, a team man to the core! 🔴🔴 @Munsterrugby

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 years

Let's go boys💪Mumhan abú #munster #suaf 🔴🔴

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Again we have the same situation play out weekly where we have a 1st infringement not blown by referees and it then becomes a complete mess after. I don’t think you will get a clearer infringement at scrum time right in front of the ref, I also ask where is he looking?

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Been asked by a few to share my view on some of the “dark arts” of the scrum, so going to cover a few headings in the next few weeks, anything you specifically want me to cover let me know. 👊 #scrumtime

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 years

It’s coming home....I’m beyond proud! 🇿🇦🏆🥇 @Springboks @rugbyworldcup

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

A Good Morning🔴🔴 @Munsterrugby @ChampionsCup

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 months

2nd clip is without a doubt a penalty to @IrishRugby and can’t fathom why this wasn’t rewarded. The Irish pack is clearly moving forward and dominant, with @ProperChurch having his opposite in all sorts of trouble. On top of this @ProperChurch fights hard to save his bind as the

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 years

3 years today...always remembered🙌

Sky Sports Rugby Union

@SkySportsRugby

8 years

Our tribute to Anthony Foley.

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

He knows what it means....🔴🔴to the core! @CJStander @Munsterrugby @ChampionsCup

Munster Rugby

@Munsterrugby

4 years

🎥 |😍 Love this from @CJStander , tonight's Heineken Star of the Match ⭐ Pure emotion and shows what it means to him. "A 50-man squad from the whole week's training to put us through this." #ASMvMUN #SUAF 🔴

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

Classic Slimani trying to dislodge connection by dropping shoulder, @joshwych123 does great to stay strong here, keeps his connections and gets the reward! @Munsterrugby @ChampionsCup @ASMOfficiel

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

So good seeing this man again…for 13 years his shoulder and my butt were the best of friends, the best to ever do it!😁💪 @SharksRugby @UlsterRugby @Springboks

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Some but high pressure scrum training at @Springboks base in France, what you think of Malherbe’s bind on Bongi @FrontRowGrunt , cant remember him always binding like this?

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

Great to be back here again, well done @Munsterrugby . Thank you @TommyBowe @Murray_Kinsella @eirSport was great being behind the lens again with you guys but blady freezing 🥶😄 @PRO14Official #RainbowCup

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Well done Bokke, a proper test match!🟢🟢🔥 Credit where credit is due to Angus Gardener, haven’t seen a reffing performance like that in a while, especially at Scrum time!👏👏 @Springboks @AllBlacks #castlerugbychampionship

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 years

Nice to be back in red😊

Munster Rugby

@Munsterrugby

5 years

Domestic | Munster Rugby Coach Development will host a Scrum & Skills Workshop @GarryowenFC next month. The workshop will be delivered by Technical Skills Development Coach Mike Pettman and former Munster prop BJ Botha. >> #MunsterStartsHere #SUAF 🔴

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

A special place 🔴🔴

Munster Rugby

@Munsterrugby

4 years

📸 Dressing room ready 🔴🔴🔴 #MUNvZEB #GuinnessPRO14 #SUAF

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Interested to know from my fellow Scrum enthusiasts what they think of this image of the ref trying to assist an incorrect bind from the Aus T-head which doesn’t correct and then penalises the opposition?🤯🤯 #scrumtalk

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

A man that epitomised what Munster rugby stood for, thanks for all the great chats Garret, you left your mark on all of us, RIP.

Munster Rugby

@Munsterrugby

4 years

It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Garrett Fitzgerald this evening following illness. Our thoughts and prayers are with Áine, Megan, Jamie and Michael, and the extended O’Donnell-Fitzgerald family. We are heartbroken. Rest in peace Garrett.

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

It’s been a long enough wait but finally it’s here....Game day 🔴🔴Vs🔵🔵 @Munsterrugby @leinsterrugby #letsgo

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

8 months

Great analysis Bernard, you’ve highlighted again what they’ve done throughout the tournament…work for every inch for each other! If someone has a off day the others take over, it’s always unemotional next job mentality.

Bernard Jackman

@bernardjackman

8 months

Had a chance to breakdown one of the best defensive displays I have ever seen for @RTEsport this week on #againstthehead . Can’t wait to see what Jacques Nienaber does with the Leinster Defence #RWC23Final

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Sold out Ellis Park loading......🚀🚀💥💥 @Springboks @AllBlacks

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

Adare this eve☘️

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

Going to miss watching you dominate in that red jersey brother, all the best with the next chapter, I know you will smash it, Mumhan abu!

Munster Rugby

@Munsterrugby

4 years

Munster Rugby can confirm that Tyler Bleyendaal will retire from professional rugby with immediate effect. Known for his cool and measured temperament, Tyler made 62 appearances for the province and was named Player of the Year in 2016/17. Full details ⤵️ #SUAF 🔴

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Boks showed a huge amount last nite in all facets of the game even with the loss. Think a lot of teams we’ve played are close to there ceiling where Boks can still improve massively it’s scary. Good place to be pre World Cup 2023! @Springboks @FranceRugby

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

1 year

This is what happens when correct process of engagement and scrum is stable when ball is presented. You can clearly see Sinckler does not get desired advantage on engage and pays the price. Great scrum by Italy. @SixNationsRugby @EnglandRugby @WorldRugby #scrum #scrumchat

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

9 months

🇿🇦🇿🇦 @Springboks @rugbyworldcup

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

1 year

As per my previous post this was ENG first scrum of the game and a sign if things to come.Sinckler got lucky with quite a few calls going his way which should’ve gone against him. We can see here in this first clip how Sinckler goes hard post engage which is not allowed

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

☘️☘️☘️

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

1 year

Cheers☘️

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

1 year

Good morning💛 🇿🇦

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 years

Something special about a big French team being in Limerick for European rugby....esp if it’s got a strong ☘️ flavour😁 #MunsterVsRacing @Munsterrugby @ChampionsCup 🔴🔴 #letsgoboys

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

1 year

Don’t know why they did not continue to develop Porter alongside Furlong, who knows what possessed them to move him to Loosehead. Look at this scrum against France Six nations 2021, and it was not a once off!

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 months

*forgot to mention this call was made with the ref standing on the opposite side calling out Porter and the AR being way to far away to make a accurate call. These are big calls that change momentum in games and can’t be made without seeing the whole picture either.

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Congrats @Munsterrugby , the Guinness will be flowing in Cork tonite! 🍺🍺 #MunsterInThePairc

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

Mindblowing!😳🔥

Fox League

@FOXNRL

3 years

No words... 🤯🤯🤯 📺 WATCH #NRLCowboysBroncos on @kayosports : 📱MATCH CENTRE: ✍️ LIVE BLOG:

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

Bokke🇿🇦

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

1 year

The huge importance of the back 5 at scrum time. All you need is a small crack and if you patient enough and you trust your systems the dam wall will come down. In this case I thought Roman Salanoa from Munster and his front row were in a great position post engage, winning the

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

1 year

The undervalued effect of the T-head flank. In this scrum Blue is on defence and hence loosies would most likely be concerned about getting out to breakdown or first line of defence. However if you look at the blue 7 on the T-head side and how his ability to maximise all his

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

If???.....this guy is going into the cooler for a long time😳🤯🙈

SA Rugby magazine

@SARugbymag

4 years

Owen Farrell was red-carded for this dangerous tackle. If he faces a ban, how long do you think it should be?

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

It’s about interpretation, the guy puts his body in places most players won’t go nevermind 10’s. He’s upset he won’t have a hand in trying to salvage a win when there was a lot of time left on the clock. Imagine no reaction and he’s happy to stroll off...nothing in this.

SportsJOE

@SportsJOEdotie

4 years

Sexton spoke about his reaction to being subbed off with the game still there to be won

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

@Munsterrugby @threeredkings Only a few of these players will realise how big this win really is, they’ve been their many times and been blown out the gate!

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

6 months

Someone asked me to do a piece on why the L-Head hides his/her shoulder behind the hooker at scrum time and why I say it’s not always an advantage. This is purely the way I see it and I fully understand there are other ways. But any questions, or advice on how to better implement

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 months

A big talking point was the set piece in regards to the @SixNationsRugby encounter between @IrishRugby and @FranceRugby and if the Irish had the pack to match them. Well the Irish more than answered that question in the lineout, which was superb! The scrum however was under

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

Strangely, life gets harder when you try to make it easy. Exercising might be hard, but never moving makes life harder. Uncomfortable conversations are hard, but avoiding every conflict is harder. Mastering your craft is hard, but having no skills is harder. Easy has a cost.

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

6 months

@leinsterrugby actually don’t have a bad set up here and have pressure on engage, however pressure is released on Ala’alatoa side due to Porter going too hard at Jager(timing here is key to scrum success, especially on opposition ball) thus @leinsterrugby scrum gains height and

Overthehillprop

@Overthehillprop

6 months

Baird calls the swing by banging the ground. Porter driving inwards is a gimmick to allow the back five to swing around trying to deceive the ref. Ala'alatoa tries to pull Loughman round with him. Jager stays strong and keeps the angle straight to expose the runaround.

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

The time has come🔴🔴

Eoin Byrne

@EoinB93

3 years

Hopes this whets the appetite! Put a lot into this piece for many a reason, hope you enjoy it. Leinster v Munster, live on @eirSport - Saturday from 4pm.

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

🔴🔴

Munster Rugby

@Munsterrugby

4 years

FULL-TIME: Clermont 31-39 Munster What a comeback, what a WIN! From 28-9 down, we have beaten Clermont 39-31 in the Stade Marcel-Michelin 🥳 🥳 🥳 24 points off the tee from @JJHanrahan in a magnificent team performance 💥💥💥 #ASMvMUN #SUAF 🔴

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

An interesting one up for discussion this morning and lots happening. Firstly I felt the Wallabies momentum changed at scrum time after this scrum and even though we did get ascendancy later it wasn’t as controlled and a bit messy. Lots of learning at this scrum as follows:

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

🔴🔴 #SUAF #Pro14final @PRO14Official @Munsterrugby

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 years

Great evening for a interpro derby! @TommyBowe @docallaghan4 @Munsterrugby @eirSport @PRO14Official #munsterVulster

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

Happy New Years everyone, may 2021 bring you all good health, love, laughter and loads of joy! Cheers🍺🥳🥂

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Last scrum is a penalty for @Springboks any other time of the game, Boks left it too late anyhow, well done @WelshRugbyUnion ...didn’t give up the fight.

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

8 months

Doesn’t get bigger than this! 🇿🇦🇿🇦🔥 @rugbyworldcup @Springboks

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

6 months

Good to be back!🔴🔴 @ChampionsCup @Munsterrugby

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

1 year

Old teammates…now coaching against each other, good times!🙌🙌 @Munsterrugby #hjs #greycollege #NoordSuid2023

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Some exciting news! @sas_hp

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

1 year

For me the best in the game ever and especially his knowledge upfront!😄😄💥💪 @Nigelrefowens

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

8 years

1 down...thank you to @LeLOURugby for giving me the opportunity to get on the paddock again, been a long road, awesome to be back👊💪 #top14

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

9 months

Last nights Ireland game and this evenings RSA game is surely the best the @rugbyworldcup has seen…what a magnificent spectacle for rugby!

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

Don’t agree with @CJStander going into #6 after being so destructive at #8 all season for both @Munsterrugby & @IrishRugby

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

1 year

The referee is saying stepping away from the hit but I have my doubts on this and will be touching on what’s happening on the Sinkler’s side shortly, which is effecting the whole scrum. #scrumchat #scrum @SixNationsRugby @EnglandRugby @WorldRugby

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

1 year

Height vs Speed on engage, my thoughts. #scrum #rugby

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

Leinster in @thomondstadium ....a big day!🔴🔴 @Munsterrugby @leinsterrugby @PRO14Official

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

I’m sure the Guinness is running very well by now with Leinster in Limerick, Mumhan Abu!🔴🔴 @Munsterrugby @URCOfficial_RSA @leinsterrugby

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

🙌 🙌🔴🔴

RugbyLAD 🏉

@RugbyLAD7

4 years

On this day 14 years ago. The Holy Grail. Munster capture their first Heineken Cup. 🏆

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Well done to all but there is just no way that @EbenEtzebeth and Frans Malherbe don’t make this team, it’s not even close!

Murray Kinsella

@Murray_Kinsella

2 years

Ireland's Tadhg Furlong, Tadhg Beirne, Josh van der Flier, and Johnny Sexton all in the World Rugby men's dream team for 2022.

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

Unprecedented times means we can’t be their in person to support, but...where WE go one We go all!🔴🔴 #behindyoualltheway @munsterrugby

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

⁦⁦A pity about @jcronin1990 but ⁦ @joshwych123 has the potential to make that number his own for a very long time, what a place to make your mark in your first start!🔴🔴⁦ @Munsterrugby ⁩ ⁦ @ASMOfficiel ⁩ ⁦ @ChampionsCup ⁩ ⁦⁩

Munster team news: James Cronin injury means first European start for Josh Wycherley

Andrew Conway and Cronin are both ruled out for the game against Clermont Auvergne

www.irishexaminer.com

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

7 years

👏👏👏well done boys

Munster Rugby

@Munsterrugby

7 years

CHAMPIONS!!! #MunA #BICup

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

9 years

One of the best hookers I have had the privilege to play alongside,thanks for all the memories brother @VarleyDamien http://t.co/dxI9QeRHlk

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

As with @Munsterrugby @CJStander steps up to the plate every time without fail. #bigplayerforbiggames

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Just sharing this as it seems my link to this is not working properly, as always let me know your thoughts and questions. #scrumtalk #rugby #scrum

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

Had to give it a go!😄⁦ @SouthLibertiesG ⁩

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

9 months

No scrum no win!🔥🇿🇦💪 @Springboks @rugbyworldcup

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

At least the officials consistent, that yellow on Mpimpi almost as bad as Faf last week!🤯🤯🤯🤯 @Springboks @wallabies

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Credit where credit is due, congrats to @kdickson9 and his team for the exceptional officiating in last nights game between SA select and Munster, across the board and particular in the scrum was top draw, decisive and no nonsense, more of this @WorldRugby 👏👌 @Munsterrugby

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 years

Awesome day being out on the same pitch again with Monty....with a little bit of pain😄💪🔥 @IRONMAN4theKidz @monty15monty

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

I think Frans needs a well deserved rest weekend and would love to see a Kitshoff, Marx, Nyakane front row start.

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

Absolutely disgraceful in an environment that should be all about feeling safe, expressing oneself and having fun!

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

Don’t think it’s ever been known as anything else! 🔴🔴

Munster Rugby

@Munsterrugby

4 years

🏟 | Stadium Name Change The province’s Cork based stadium returns to its former name of Musgrave Park. More Details ⤵️ #SUAF 🔴

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

This scrum follows the scrum I just posted. Multiple foot movement and players trying to get comfortable, not a good sign. What I want to show here is a article I shared a few weeks back about the “critical timing of the Loose-head decision to attack is critical for T-head”

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

8 months

Wow is all we can say regarding these, no hidden agendas here at all..🤫🤔

World Rugby

@WorldRugby

8 months

2023's supreme side The World Rugby Men's 15s Dream Team of the Year, in partnership with @Capgemini #WorldRugbyAwards

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 years

Finallll!!!!💪🔥👊 @Springboks @rugbyworldcup

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

2 years

Thomas du Toit was immense both in the tight and loose, massive game! @SharksRugby @ChampionsCup

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

8 years

Lekker @CJStander 👊 👏 awesome to be part of it the last 3 years brother, it's only the beginning #6 #irishrugby

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

4 years

@SimonZebo Great work Shkin, he’ll understand when he gets the ball on a silver platter off the scrum💪😁

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

Different gravy!🔥🔥

Planet Rugby

@PlanetRugby

3 years

🥳 Happy birthday to New Zealand legend Christian Cullen, aka the Paekakariki Express, who turns 45 today!

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

5 months

@TerryMcDonal6 @IrishRugby Not in this scrum, he was solid!

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

3 years

Wherever the road may take you, have a good one! #happysunday 🖤

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

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A little late to the party here but thought the Irish scrum was really good against France but more importantly it was consistent. A short clip of Andrew Porter really doing things well at T-head, in my opinion he has come on leaps and bounds and can only get better if he

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Bj Botha

@BJBotha

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I can only put it down to lack of understanding and knowledge around this area and the referees not being equipped to make these decisions. It really is mind blowing how a ref at this level misses this and it has a serious knock on effect. @WorldRugby @FrontRowGrunt

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