Two years of destiny for South African sport

The years 2010 and 2011 will both be big World Cup occasions for South Africa. The year after next,  in particular, is huge and sees South Africa hosting the FIFA Football World Cup. The buzz and build-up to this African extravaganza is electric and Springbok rugby fans are convinced this infectious hype will benefit their Rugby World Cup campaign the following year in New Zealand.

Football is the biggest sport in South Africa and judging by the way the country has rallied around its previous successes in international sports, it's pretty certain their home side, the Bafana Bafana, are going to be a force not to be underestimated. Previous football World Cups have witnessed the home nation surge to greater heights and currently the South African team is building and shaping nicely.

The prospects for the Springboks look great. Buoyed by the FIFA extravaganza at home, the Springboks will certainly be super-inspired for their campaign for a third Webb Ellis trophy in New Zealand.