SHORT: Why NZ Fell Short Of Boks At U20s

SHORT: Why NZ Fell Short Of Boks At U20s

Author: Fandom Media May 12, 2026 Duration: 11:05

Why didn’t New Zealand win the Under 20 Rugby Championship — and why did the Baby Boks look so dominant throughout the tournament?


The Aotearoa Rugby Pod breaks down how South Africa built such a powerful U20 side and discusses NZ prioritising different goals at age-grade level.


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