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    Opinion: Italy romp sets them up 'perfectly' for Springboks but emphasises 'one major concern' for World Rugby

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    Italy could not have dreamed of a better start to their tour of Africa as they comfortably beat Namibia last weekend as they prepare to face the Springboks.
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