David Von Hoesslin: Springboks career & 1999 Tri-Nations

In this episode of Front Row Rugby Springboks Rugby legend David Von Hoesslin opens up about his all-too-short international career. David made his Springboks debut against Italy on 12 June 1999. Just 36 days later it was all over. Von Hoesslin scored two tries in a Test career that lasted just five matches. Here he recalls that special time in his life and talks about his regrets and offers advice to youngsters who have the same dreams he once had.

00:00 Introduction by Peter
00:58 Springbok debut against Italy
02:35 A great start to Test rugby
03:44 Losing to Wales for the first time
06:17 Losing 28-0 to the All Blacks in Dunedin
09:03 Nick Mallet blaming David & Gaffie
11:03 Tough Tri-Nations in 1999
12:31 Springbok career comes to an end
16:10 David Von Hoesslin’s advice to youngsters
17:16 Post-rugby career

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