SA Rugby president Mark Alexander says the Springboks and All Blacks have forged rugby’s greatest rivalry through mutual respect, friendship and a shared pursuit of excellence.
Alexander was speaking at the All Blacks’ official welcome event at Cape Town Stadium on Friday ahead of the eight-match Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour.
“This occasion is more than a contest of skill and tradition; it is a celebration of respect, heritage and the enduring spirit that binds our nations through the game we cherish,” he said.
“Our two nations stand proudly as the most successful teams in Rugby World Cup history.
“Time and again, South Africa and New Zealand have brought the best out of each other,…
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A new teacher enters a classroom full of students.
The teacher stands at the front of the room and greets the students, \”Good morning, class.\”
None of the students say anything. One boy at the back of the classroom stands up, \”Good morning, teacher.\”
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