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Betway puts 23 fans' names on Springbok shorts for Barbarians Test

Betway is replacing its logo on the back of the Springbok shorts with 23 fans' names for the Test against the Barbarians in Gqeberha on 20 June, with entries open at www.behindeverybok.co.za until 11 June 2026.

When the Springboks take the field against the Barbarians in Gqeberha on 20 June, the Betway logo on the back of the team's shorts will be replaced by the names of 23 fans selected from across South Africa.

To enter, supporters visit www.behindeverybok.co.za, submit their details, and generate a personalised preview of what their name would look like on the shorts. Entries must then be shared on social media with #BehindEveryBok. The closing date is 11 June 2026.

The 23 winners will also receive an in-person match-week experience in Gqeberha, joined by Betway Squad campaign captain Jean de Villiers.

"This initiative will give 23 fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get their names behind our Springboks," said Jason Shield, Head of Sponsorship at Betway Africa. SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer added that the initiative is "a unique way to recognise the passion and support South Africans bring to the game."

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