The best rugby player the world has ever seen, and ever will see. He is a simply the Best. Rest In Peace Joost, from your biggest supporter in New Zealand. ❤️
I'm Welsh but I've never seen a better scrum half than Joost. A big man who had speed, strength, flair and an eye for an opportunity rarely seen. Rest in peace Joost, you will always be my number one number nine. Thanks for the privilege of watching you and God bless you and yours.
I'm 5feet 10inches,yet I looked up at him.He had the most admirable of human qualities,courage.What a champion.During him time,there were champion halfbacks but his time is hard to forget because his team was always the winner,the mighty Springboks.RIP Joost,you were a legend.
As a Bok supporter, without being bias, the best scrum half in Springbok history. In international rugby language, a gifted, gutsy rugby genius. What true athlete? We will never forget Jooste Van Der Westhizen for the fantastic entertainment he delivered.
This almost brings a tear to my eye. Quite possibly the best ever number 9 the Boks have produced and maybe even the best ever scrum-half in world rugby. As they say, the game they play in heaven just got even tougher with Joost now joining that teams ranks. RIP Joost.
Love it. These documentaries are great. Giving people rare footage that would otherwise be lost to the ages. I just wish it was more documentary-like and not just highlight after highlight -- maybe with teammates and former opponents giving insight and reflecting on the player's career and personality. Another point I'd like to make is that, in my opinion, rugby back before professionalism was better than it is today -- more captivating. No shoulder pads, no over-muscled gym-rats, no powder-puff tries galore. No advertisements all over the place, and no overblown salaries either. Just grit and tuff, skilled men. Too many matches nowadays too. Years ago the matches were fewer and farther between, and every single one was a spectacle. If a guy got 50 test caps he was practically a god among men. Now, today, 50 caps is nothing. Rugby just isn't the same. I like the old uniforms too.
The best 9 ever. So strong and can kick, attack, and scored so many tries as 9. He had great vision and versatility as scrum half and elevated the position to what it is nowadays in rugby. RIP Joost because you were simply fantastic
He’s the reason why I admired South African rugby he was everything that was good about the game fleet of foot quick thinking read the game like a book he was a master of his craft
He was so elusive and smart with the ball never seen anyone like him he could do a scrum half's job and score tries. Herschel Janties ,I hope can be like him.
JVDW is just so good. I wud lik to know the length of his strides (normal) His strides look so deceptive and hides his speed nd he is very fast off the mark . What a super star halfback.
These highlights don't come close to doing him justice, the try scoring was secondary to everything else Joost did on the pitch, was one of my favourites growing up, that unrelenting competitiveness, man if you could bottle that ........
RIP Joost! - Amazing footage, Please Real Rugby make a tribute, like the ending, last 4 mins was awesome. Lets allow more people to see the legacy of the man
No lo vi jugar... solo estos vídeos de sus mejores jugadas... primero impresiona un medio scrum con tantos trys, tanta velocidad de piernas y sobre todo mental, tanta anticipación de juego... individualmente me parece el mejor medio scrum que haya visto... en mi XV ideal de todos los tiempos seguro
There have been a slew of great scrummies but i Wouldn’t have anyone else as 9 in my best 15 of all time Unstoppable. Could be an extra flank or wing. Heck theres over an HOUR of highlights of just try scoring !
So sad he couldn't grow old gracefully, to tell rugby stories to his grandchildren: "38 test tries grandpa? Come on, be real, scrum- halfs dont score tries" . And he would just smile knowingly.
the greatest scrum halfs who ever lived is as follows 1 joost van Der westhuizen 2 forie du preez 3 Gareth Edwards 4 George gregan 5 Justin Marshall 6 Nick far Jones 7 syd going
Joost was a great bok and athlete....he was the guy we feared and admired for his toughness and tenacity...a real bokie...taken by a horrible disease to early....he is remembered forever by rugby people as one of the best...and those eyes....
And considering he played against some of the other great - Nick Farr Jones, Justin Marshall, George Gregan - To makes few of many. But I agree. Joost was the greatest scrum half of all time. He’s one of those that you’d want on your team immediately - selects himself
Hi Real Rugby, thanks for an excellent channel, its bringing up some amazing memories! What about a rogues gallery with a "best of" compilation for players like Bakkies or Os?
Stephen Rubenstein Now that is not a bad idea... we have lots of videos of Bakkies, Adri Geldenhuys, Pote Fourie and the Bester brothers... we are currently expanding our library and then we'll produce some more videos. Thanks for the support!
+Giuseppe Grillea thanks for the feedback and support! We usually focus on older rugby legends as footage of them is rare, but Percy scored some great tries for the Boks, so watch this space!
No disrespect to George Gregan, but the night before a game, Joost would look forward to it, and Gregan would piss his bed... THAT is how good Joost was...
20.45 wow, what is that Eastern Province fly half doing?? Getting charged down in the pocket off a scrum and then trying to play it out from behind his own goal line, quite shocking
The best reader of a game ever, was Naas Botha... hands down. From an SA perspective, Joost came close, and Du Preez was close to Joost, if not better, but he lacked the speed Joost had. It is a true pity they forced Joost to change his game. What could have been...
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Best scrum-half of all time and my favourite and hero. Stopping Jonah in the 95 final was just unreal.
The best rugby player the world has ever seen, and ever will see. He is a simply the Best. Rest In Peace Joost, from your biggest supporter in New Zealand. ❤️
@Nicholas Stoult if he his so smart why is he Irish?
@Nicholas Stoult then if he's smart why didn he or his team win a world cup
Perfect Suzy perfect.😘
I'm Welsh but I've never seen a better scrum half than Joost. A big man who had speed, strength, flair and an eye for an opportunity rarely seen. Rest in peace Joost, you will always be my number one number nine. Thanks for the privilege of watching you and God bless you and yours.
As a Springbok fan I really appreciate your comment
And I am American - hands down, best SH ever!
You know a true legend when every nationality commentator only has admiration and positive commentary! ... A True Rugby Legend RIP Joost .
The greatest rugby player of all times! Missing you. From Italy
I'm 5feet 10inches,yet I looked up at him.He had the most admirable of human qualities,courage.What a champion.During him time,there were champion halfbacks but his time is hard to forget because his team was always the winner,the mighty Springboks.RIP Joost,you were a legend.
As a Bok supporter, without being bias, the best scrum half in Springbok history. In international rugby language, a gifted, gutsy rugby genius. What true athlete? We will never forget Jooste Van Der Westhizen for the fantastic entertainment he delivered.
Fabulous player. ... strong, fast and great vision... the best no 9 of all time. 💪💪💪
Joost, you were not only a man, you were
THE MAN !! Well done ! You really brought
excitement to the game ! R I P !!!
This almost brings a tear to my eye. Quite possibly the best ever number 9 the Boks have produced and maybe even the best ever scrum-half in world rugby. As they say, the game they play in heaven just got even tougher with Joost now joining that teams ranks. RIP Joost.
My earliest memories of Joost was those chips and gathers behind the scrums... was such a potent weapon.
There is only one Joost. RIP brother. You earned it. Best scrumhalf that ever played the game.
He took the position of scrumhalf to unprecedented levels. Was a masterclass to watch.
....the days when rugby was still nice to watch
RIP Joost...I'm a Pretoria boytjie as well..will never forget you..
R.I.P Joost thanx for the memories
Le number one des 9, assurément ! Joueur hyper émouvant, touchant; joueur qui nous a dit la jeunesse !....
Love it. These documentaries are great. Giving people rare footage that would otherwise be lost to the ages. I just wish it was more documentary-like and not just highlight after highlight -- maybe with teammates and former opponents giving insight and reflecting on the player's career and personality. Another point I'd like to make is that, in my opinion, rugby back before professionalism was better than it is today -- more captivating. No shoulder pads, no over-muscled gym-rats, no powder-puff tries galore. No advertisements all over the place, and no overblown salaries either. Just grit and tuff, skilled men. Too many matches nowadays too. Years ago the matches were fewer and farther between, and every single one was a spectacle. If a guy got 50 test caps he was practically a god among men. Now, today, 50 caps is nothing. Rugby just isn't the same. I like the old uniforms too.
The best 9 ever. So strong and can kick, attack, and scored so many tries as 9. He had great vision and versatility as scrum half and elevated the position to what it is nowadays in rugby. RIP Joost because you were simply fantastic
Wow thank you for sharing this beautiful play time for my Hero No.9 Joost you will always be my Hero. RIP my brother. J9
I never had chance to watch him playing, but I heard about him. Thanks for sharing such memorable actions of Joost. May his soul rest in peace.
He’s the reason why I admired South African rugby he was everything that was good about the game fleet of foot quick thinking read the game like a book he was a master of his craft
Rest in peace Joost thanks for the memories.
A hero, an inspiration and simply the best - no question!
HOWARD LINDSAY 100% agreed Howard
My all time rugby hero, best player the world has ever seen!
The only guy to regularly tackle lomu consitently at his rampaging best
Best player ever! RIP luv u Joost, u deserve the rest!!!❤ Will always be my favorite😘
It was a pleasure to have witnessed such talent, what a player. 👍👍
explosive pace best No.9 ever. RIP Joost
Spectacular!! Chris.
Joost, Burger Lambreght. Adolf Malan and many more players that were my her's when i was a kid. Thank you for the good memories.
Joost was truly one of the greatest Springboks of all time ! R.I.P.Joost
You left your mark and were truly loved.
May GOD have mercy on you....
Best 9 in history
the best 9 of all time
Correction..I think he was the best player ever
@@worldallycat yes
I miss you Joost. Best scrum half ever RIP
He was so elusive and smart with the ball never seen anyone like him he could do a scrum half's job and score tries. Herschel Janties ,I hope can be like him.
r.i.p Joost,greatest ever 9
Legend, I learned so much from this man.
Can't touch this !!! SIMPLY THE BEST
Wow, what a career, what a talent. Very moving to see how short such artistry lives, he shone very bright indeed!
Gone to soon Joost, R.I.P.
ONE OF OUR BEST SCRUMHALVES EVER. HIM AND DAWIE DE VILLIERS WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY BOOK OF HEROS
Best eva... Joost u will always b our best 9 & 1 in our hearts, cause u had "hart"!!
JVDW is just so good. I wud lik to know the length of his strides (normal) His strides look so deceptive and hides his speed nd he is very fast off the mark . What a super star halfback.
Gutted fantastic player would of loved him to have played rugby league in the UK. Life can be so cruel. RIP Legend
Thank u guys 4 sharing, awesum beyond!!
Thanks Erika!
Pls do proper one on Bakkies... he is definitely not a Thug! He is a machine, if u cant run with the big dogs get out!😂
These highlights don't come close to doing him justice, the try scoring was secondary to everything else Joost did on the pitch, was one of my favourites growing up, that unrelenting competitiveness, man if you could bottle that ........
As a ALLBLACKZ fan , this guy was no doubt the best 9 in his time, rest easy champ .
Brilliant player....rip Joost. ....
Absolutely one of the best 👌 a legend in his own right
RIP, a true legend.
RIP Joost! - Amazing footage, Please Real Rugby make a tribute, like the ending, last 4 mins was awesome. Lets allow more people to see the legacy of the man
No lo vi jugar... solo estos vídeos de sus mejores jugadas... primero impresiona un medio scrum con tantos trys, tanta velocidad de piernas y sobre todo mental, tanta anticipación de juego... individualmente me parece el mejor medio scrum que haya visto... en mi XV ideal de todos los tiempos seguro
One of the greatest, died so young RIP
There have been a slew of great scrummies but i Wouldn’t have anyone else as 9 in my best 15 of all time Unstoppable. Could be an extra flank or wing. Heck theres over an HOUR of highlights of just try scoring !
damn, he was fast. Comparing him to scrumhalfs today, he is way better.
Look at Dupont!
So sad he couldn't grow old gracefully, to tell rugby stories to his grandchildren: "38 test tries grandpa? Come on, be real, scrum- halfs dont score tries" . And he would just smile knowingly.
That almost brought a tear to me, so sad to hear of his passing and illness.
Great.
RIP. A true rugby legend.
Greatest scum-half the game's ever produced. RIP, Joost.
May God bless South African rugby and this man, he was the greatest after edward for wales, he installed rugby passion to my life
the greatest scrum halfs who ever lived is as follows 1 joost van Der westhuizen 2 forie du preez 3 Gareth Edwards 4 George gregan 5 Justin Marshall 6 Nick far Jones 7 syd going
Siyamcela, what a wonderful comment. I hope we get to shake hands one day my brother.
Ons sal jou al tyd onthou Joost. Jy was Legend.
Best Scrum-half ever, my team Northern Transvaal Jooste ...Salute!
Best ever!
Thank you so much for this. Joost, what a legend!
2020 - show me a better scrumhalf. There is none.
Joost was a great bok and athlete....he was the guy we feared and admired for his toughness and tenacity...a real bokie...taken by a horrible disease to early....he is remembered forever by rugby people as one of the best...and those eyes....
These video documentaries are awesome.
Please make a video documentary about André Joubert, too.
Jouba is 95% done, we just need to do some final editing. Thanks for the support!
Thanks! I can't wait for it...
And a proper one on Henry honiball there must be more footage of him
Best 9 in my lifetime.
Personally I think Joost was the best scrumhalf in the world considering any scrumhalf from 1980 till when Joost retired from rugby.
+jdvr We totally agree with you! Joost brought the excitement and the unexpected to the game. He was a wonderful player to watch in his prime
And considering he played against some of the other great - Nick Farr Jones, Justin Marshall, George Gregan - To makes few of many. But I agree. Joost was the greatest scrum half of all time. He’s one of those that you’d want on your team immediately - selects himself
Real Rugby dupreez vs joost????
Even today 2017 he is in my humble opinion still better than any scrumhalf. Today's scrummies just sucks.
Legendary RIP 😟
RIP, Joost.
Just a great. RIP.
RIP a true great
Hi Real Rugby, thanks for an excellent channel, its bringing up some amazing memories! What about a rogues gallery with a "best of" compilation for players like Bakkies or Os?
Stephen Rubenstein Now that is not a bad idea... we have lots of videos of Bakkies, Adri Geldenhuys, Pote Fourie and the Bester brothers... we are currently expanding our library and then we'll produce some more videos. Thanks for the support!
R.I.P 😌🎩
R.I.P. great champion
what a ledge
Joost the best scrumhalf of all time🙌🏾💯❤️
Beast
JOOST JY WAS GOED.DIE BESTE .HET RUGBY GENIET
Great Video. Your work is really high quality. Will you ever put together one for Percy Montgomery?
Thanks again
+Giuseppe Grillea thanks for the feedback and support! We usually focus on older rugby legends as footage of them is rare, but Percy scored some great tries for the Boks, so watch this space!
Joost was a true champion !!! R I P.
2019 Ahoy 👍
Best scrum half in the history of the game
And not forgetting another Springbok and Blue Bulls great. RIP Rueben Kruger
No disrespect to George Gregan, but the night before a game, Joost would look forward to it, and Gregan would piss his bed... THAT is how good Joost was...
26:36 what a try
20.45 wow, what is that Eastern Province fly half doing?? Getting charged down in the pocket off a scrum and then trying to play it out from behind his own goal line, quite shocking
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The best reader of a game ever, was Naas Botha... hands down.
From an SA perspective, Joost came close, and Du Preez was close to Joost, if not better, but he lacked the speed Joost had.
It is a true pity they forced Joost to change his game. What could have been...
Joost was the inventor of teleportation...
rip
Best there eva was & eva will b
May someone let us in on his stats please.
Lekker teams then , Joost,Dalton ,Japie Mulder... top tallent
In his day, the fastest man on earth, over 40 meters...
name of the first song?
D.E.P.
Why is Joost wearing a number 6 jersey? 4:32 sec.
Because there are only 7 men on the field
@@RealRugby lol figured it out after I left my comment last night. Thanks dude
All good! Joost was a great 7s player
To be honest I never knew 7s already started back then. Yes he was and was one of the greats.