Sports · 18 May 2026

Benhard Janse van Rensburg joins England rugby squad

A former South African U20 player is set to become eligible for England's national rugby team. England has called up Benhard Janse van Rensburg, a 29-year-old Bristol Bears midfielder, to their 42-man training squad for the Nations Championship. He will qualify on residency grounds from 8 July; the Rugby Football Union sought special permission for his call-up.

By BriefTea Editorial · 18 May 2026 at 20:52

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