MARK KEOHANE | Saturday’s double derbies promise to deliver

Individually there is so much to gain for players — but equally there is risk in getting knocked back in the national pecking order

28 February 2025 - 04:35 By MARK KEOHANE

South Africa’s derbies are the most watched among South Africans in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship. They are also the most important match-ups when it comes to Springbok selection...

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