Franco Smith - Sons playing against each other

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The young Smith brothers could be in action against each other on Saturday when the Sharks host the Toyota Cheetahs in Durban during round three of the Currie Cup.
The brothers, who are the sons of the Glasgow Warriors and former Cheetahs coach Franco Smith, both made their respective Currie Cup debuts during the first two rounds.
Franco Jr plays for the Cheetahs, while, Juan, represents the Sharks.
Their dad, Franco, told OFM Sport that he remains a Cheetahs man at heart but wants both of his sons to do well.
5 Aug 2025 1AM English South Africa Sports · Sports

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