Boks ‘seen as aggressive’: ref legend Nigel to smooth ouens’ rough edges

Retired Welsh referee in line to act as an intermediary for Springboks with officialdom

04 April 2023 - 20:23

The addition of former referee Nigel Owens to the Springbok set-up will add real value to their defence of the Rugby World Cup crown in France later this year...

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