Handre Pollard got here up clutch for the Springboks to steer them to a second successive Rugby World Cup last. His kick actually had some shades of a sure Frans Steyn penalty 16 years in the past.
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So, what do Pollard and the legendary Francois Steyn have in widespread? Well, they’ve each slotted large penalties to assist their sides to Rugby World Cup knockout wins towards England. Frans Steyn did it within the greatest recreation of all again in 2007 in France when he was simply 20 years outdated, seemingly unperturbed by the insufferable strain heaped on his shoulders. He slotted residence from 48 metres within the 62nd minute within the last to provide the Springboks a 15-6 lead. England by no means recovered. Pollard’s nerveless slot final night time within the semi-final means he may but have the chance to equal or eclipse Steyn’s feat some 16 years in the past.
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Who did it higher although? Can these kicks even be in contrast, given the completely different contexts and nuances concerned? Let us know what you assume.
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