Springbok captain Krige quits

Springbok captain Corne Krige has announced his retirement from international action, preferring to spend more time with his family and a representative career with the Super 12 Stormers and his club Western Province.

Wed, 14 Jan, 2004 - 11:25

The 28-year-old flanker's resignation follows that of Springbok coach Rudi Straeuli, after a disastruous World Cup camapign.

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Courts Rugby Heathrow Place: Western Province Person: Krige Person: Corne Krige Person: Rudi Straeuli Event: World Cup Organisation: Springbok Organisation: Super Organisation: Stormers

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