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Unbreakable Springbok Spirit: Naka Drotske’s Journey

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In this candid interview, Springbok rugby icon Naka Drotske opens up on his magnificent Springbok career in which he helped the Boks to victory at the 1995 Rugby World Cup. Naka was also an important member of the team at the 1999 Rugby World Cup and played a key role with his indomitable spirit and exceptional skills between his debut in 1993 against Argentina and the conclusion of his Bok career against the All Blacks in 1999. In this thrilling episode Naka discusses the highs of winning the World Cup to the lows of losing at home to the British & Irish Lions, 28-0 to the All Blacks and a first-ever defeat to Wales. Drotske shares his frustrations with injuries and gives his opinion on the coaches he worked under as well as many other fascinating topics. Do not miss this incredible episode of Front Row Rugby!
11 Dec 2023 English South Africa Rugby · Sports

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