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Springbok rugby number 8 position breakdown

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The number 8 position in rugby is the back row forward who plays at the base of the scrum. For the Springboks, the number 8 is responsible for ball-carrying, leadership in open play, and lineout jumping, operating as one of the key forwards.

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