Unfiltered Truth: John Allan’s Springbok Career

Join us for an exclusive, no-holds barred interview with former Springbok hooker John Allan. Discover the untold stories of his rugby career as he opens up about his heartbreaking injury that kept him out of the 1995 Rugby World Cup and his controversial exit from the national team under Andre Markgraaff.

Get an insider’s perspective on the 1994 tour to New Zealand, as well as the tense atmosphere in the camp during the early days of professional rugby. John also shares his incredible 1991 Rugby World Cup experience with us, when he represented Scotland.

Don’t miss out on this thrilling episode as we delve deep into the highs and lows of John Allan’s career.

00:00 Introduction by Peter
00:51 1991 Rugby World Cup
02:27 Missing the 1995 Rugby World Cup
07:45 Springbok debut against Australia
09:30 1994 England series
12:33 1994 Tour to New Zealand
15:37 1996 difficulties
16:59 Bok career ends
18:47 Markgraaff v McIntosh
19:59 Toughest opponent
20:14 Funny moment
23:20 These days
23:58 Trivia question

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