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Cheslin Kolbe shifts to full-back as Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus names his team for the third Test against the All Blacks in Johannesburg. | Backpagepix
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Rassie Erasmus opts for continuity in Springboks line-up for All Blacks Test at FNB Stadium

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has named his team to face the All Blacks at FNB Stadium, making front-row rotations and shifting Cheslin Kolbe to full-back following Damian…

  • Morgan Bolton
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Springbok utility back Ethan Hooker opens up about his off-field obsessions, from chasing a low golf handicap to binging TV shows, and why he thrives when the game is on the line. | Backpagepix
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Golf, pop anthems and Sonny Bill: Inside Springbok star Ethan Hooker's off-field life

Springbok utility back Ethan Hooker opens up on his golf obsession, TV binging, childhood idols, and why he loves the brutal closing minutes of Test rugby.

  • Morgan Bolton
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Ethan Hooker opened up on his resilience through tragedy, his swift injury return, and his willingness to fit into Rassie Erasmus' Springbok plans last week. | Backpagepix
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Through tragedy and injury, Ethan Hooker proves he has the heart for Test rugby

Rising Springbok and Sharks star Ethan Hooker opens up about his secret stint at eighthman, honoring his late father, and recovering from a severe shoulder injury.

  • Morgan Bolton
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