Epic Fail? Rating The Junior Springboks Recent Performances

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The Junior Springboks have completed their Under-20 Rugby Championship and finished a disappointing third, winning just one of their three matches. It includes two disappointing defeats from winning positions. Despite the losses, there were positives and in this episode Peter gives an honest assessment of the Junior Springboks' strengths and weaknesses. After all, their next assignment is the Under-20 World Championship in Italy in June/July.

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14 May English South Africa Rugby · Sports

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