John Smit on Springbok sale; what SA provinces need to conquer Europe

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This week’s BizNews Sports Show features rugby legend turned corporate CEO John Smit on the hot topics around SA rugby. It includes insights on the Ackerley private equity deal and what SA provinces need to do to be competitive in the ICC - rugby’s equivalent of soccer’s UEFA Champions League. Regular guest Rory Steyn also provides feedback on son Kyle’s Glasgow Warriors and forecasts on the weekend’s ICC matchups. They spoke to BizNews editor Alec Hogg.

9 Jan 11AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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