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Janse van Rensburg fluffs chance on England debut in defeat against France

The Guardian UK Friday 19 June 2026, 20:10 UTC By PA Media 1 min read
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France XV 35-19 England XVSouth Africa-born back came on in 52nd minuteBenhard Janse van Rensburg’s hopes of a try-scoring England debut were dashed by fumbling hands as France emerged conclusive 35-19 winners in their non-cap international in Vannes. South Africa-born Janse van Rensburg was brought on in the 52nd minute and shortly after he was presented with a routine run-in, only for the ball to slip from his hands. The opportunity was England’s last chance to start reeling in a 28-12...

  • France XV 35-19 England XV

  • South Africa-born back came on in 52nd minute

Benhard Janse van Rensburg’s hopes of a try-scoring England debut were dashed by fumbling hands as France emerged conclusive 35-19 winners in their non-cap international in Vannes.

South Africa-born Janse van Rensburg was brought on in the 52nd minute and shortly after he was presented with a routine run-in, only for the ball to slip from his hands. The opportunity was England’s last chance to start reeling in a 28-12 deficit and otherwise the Bristol centre’s involvement was limited.

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Janse van Rensburg (PERSON) England (LOCATION) France (LOCATION) XV (ORG) Janse van Rensburg’s (PERSON) Vannes (LOCATION) South Africa (LOCATION) Bristol (LOCATION)
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