Yaqeen Ahmed returns from suspension and is restored to the Junior Springboks' starting lineup for their decisive World Rugby U20 Championship Pool A clash against Wales in Tbilisi, with Ahmed's return one of several changes to the side.
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Ahmed returns from suspension to lead Junior Boks' attack against Wales
Yaqeen Ahmed comes back from suspension in a reshuffled Junior Springbok side for their must-win U20 Championship Pool A match against Wales in Tbilisi.
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