🇿🇦 Boks Add U20 Stars | Boland Shock Cheetahs, Bulls Bully WP, Lions Impress – Currie Cup R1 Recap

Big shifts in South African rugby this week — U20 standouts Hlekani, Pead, and Jooste have been fast-tracked into the Springbok mix 👀. But that’s not all: Hlekani’s shock switch from the Sharks to the Lions.

Meanwhile, the Currie Cup’s opening round delivered fireworks:
The Lions looked sharper and more clinical as they edged past the Sharks, Boland stunned the Cheetahs in a seismic upset, and the Bulls physically dominated a WP side in a statement win. The Pumas also overcame the Griquas in an attacking display.

This week on Dummy Switch Pod, we break it all down — with your favourite unfiltered Bok chat, tactical takes, and hot-topic debates.

🔥 This Episode Covers:

✅ Bok Boost – U20 talents Hlekani, Pead & Jooste get Springbok nod
😲 Transfer Twist – Hlekani’s unexpected move from Sharks to Lions
🏉 Currie Cup Round 1 Breakdown – who impressed, and who’s under pressure?
🦁 Lions Sharpen Up – smoother execution, tighter finish vs Sharks
🐂 Bulls Bully WP – scrum power, breakdown dominance, and physical edge
⚡ Boland Stunner – upset of the week as Cheetahs fall in Wellington
🔥 Pumas Punch Back – clinical in attack vs Griquas

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