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Springboks Face Japan in Brighton Nightmare Rematch

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The Springboks are reportedly set to take on Japan in Brighton in November. That was the scene of one of the greatest upsets in the history of sport. Are the rugby world champion Boks walking into a trap by tempting fate?

History does after all have a way of repeating itself and what's more, the Japanese are coached by Eddie Jones, the man who masterminded their famous win over the Springboks back in 2015 at that same venue.

In this episode Peter explains why he believes the panic is misplaced.

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29 Jul 2025 English South Africa Rugby · Sports

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