How Handré Pollard Became The Boks’ Greatest Fly-Half | FanVan Ep1

The Fan Van hits the road for Episode 1 with Springbok flyhalf and two-time Rugby World Cup winner, Handré Pollard. Jean de Villiers, Schalk Burger and Hanyani Shimange sit down with Pollard to unpack his journey from Paarl and schoolboy rugby to the Bulls, Springbok debut, Junior World Championship success, life overseas, and the biggest moments of his career. Pollard opens up about pressure, goal-kicking, the All Blacks rivalry, the 2015 World Cup heartbreak, and the incredible 2023 Rugby World Cup campaign. The episode also features classic banter, iconic Springbok memories, the Fan Van quiz, and the Rainmaker Challenge as André puts his skills to the test. Proudly brought to you by: ‪‪@rainsouthafrica‬ | ‪@WeBuyCars‬ | ‪‪‪@officialcastlelager‬ | ‪‪@supersport‬ Watch more Boks Unpacked Episodes by clicking on the playlist here:    • Boks Unpacked   Watch more The Verdict Episodes by clicking on the playlist here:    • The Verdict   Never miss a new episode - subscribe here: 👉    / @the-verdict-channel   #FanVan #HandrePollard #Springboks #RugbyWorldCup #BoksUnpacked #SouthAfricanRugby #Rugby #WeBuyCars #SpringbokDreamTeam Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to the Fan Van 01:05 Introducing André Pollard 03:00 Being Selected in the Springbok Dream Team 04:30 Growing Up in Paarl & Supporting Western Province 07:30 Joining the Bulls 10:00 Junior World Championship Memories 14:00 Springbok Debut at 20 Years Old 17:00 First Victory Over the All Blacks 21:00 Why Pollard Thrives Under Pressure 24:00 2015 Rugby World Cup Heartbreak 29:00 Playing in Japan, France & England 34:00 Coaches Who Shaped His Career 39:00 Goal-Kicking Challenge 45:00 Evolution of the Springbok Attack 49:00 Family Life & Fatherhood 53:00 Greatest Kick of His Career 56:00 2023 Rugby World Cup Reflections 01:01:00 Best Kickers in World Rugby 01:04:00 Fan Van Quiz Challenge 01:12:00 Rainmaker Challenge 01:18:00 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up