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From Isolation to Legend: Naas Botha on South Africa’s Return to Rugby

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Join award-winning journalist Peter Stemmet as he sits down with the legendary Springbok Rugby captain Naas Botha in the premiere episode of Front Row Rugby! Hear first-hand accounts of South Africa's return to the international stage post-isolation and the historic 1992 Tests against the All Blacks and Wallabies. Get a glimpse into the end of year tour to France and England and relive a defining moment in South African rugby history. Don't miss out on this exciting episode!
3 Mar 2023 English South Africa Rugby · Sports

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