1984 England rugby union tour of South Africa
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In the face of much criticism, and in the spite of convert political pressure, the RFU decided that the tour of South Africa should go ahead, but probably with hindsight, in the light of results, later wished that they would not. Many players were unable to tour (not for political reasons, only Ralph Knibbs of Bristol stood up to be counted in that respect) and the squad was relatively inexperienced. 10 of the 26 players were uncapped before the tour and 7 gained their 1st caps in South Africa.
[edit] Matches
- Scores and results list England's points tally first.
Opposing Teams | For | Against | Date | Venue | Competition |
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Currie Cup "B" Section | 31 | 21 | 19/05/1984 | Kings Park Stadium, Durban | Tour Match |
South African Federation | 23 | 21 | 23/05/1984 | Danie Craven Stadium, Stellenbosch | Tour Match |
Western Province | 15 | 15 | 26/05/1984 | Newlands, Cape Town | Tour Match |
South African Rugby Association | 30 | 8 | 29/05/1984 | Border Rugby Union Ground, East London | Tour Match |
South Africa | 15 | 33 | 02/06/1984 | Boet Erasmus Stadium, Port Elizabeth | First Test |
Country Districts | 33 | 12 | 05/06/1984 | DP de Villers Stadium, Sasolburg | Tour Match |
South Africa | 9 | 35 | 19/06/1984 | Ellis Park, Johannesburg | Second Test |
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