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South Africa: How the 2023 Rugby World Cup controversy has derailed hosting chances – report
That is according to Rapport, who claim that SA Rugby currently has no ... after being handed it by president Nelson Mandela.
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100 facts about Nelson Mandela to celebrate his 100th birthday
Nelson Mandela, whose successful struggle against ... 60. During the 1995 Rugby World Cup, Mandela encouraged black South Africans to root for the South African team, the Springboks.
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Legendary Springboks captain reveals ‘amazing’ call from Nelson Mandela after personal milestone
Former Springboks captain John Smit revealed that he got a special call from ex-South Africa President and icon Nelson Mandela ... period that included a Rugby World Cup title.
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Premier Division kicks off big year for women’s rugby
Women’s rugby will explode into action this weekend with the first round of the 2025 Women’s Premier Division kick-starting a ...
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Rugby and apartheid: 50 years on from the 'Battle of Swansea'
A peaceful demonstration against the visiting South Africa rugby team ... effective" in the world at the time Despite a news blackout, the fallout even reached Nelson Mandela's prison on Robben ...