Jean Kleyn is hoping his form at Gloucester will earn him a place in the Nations Championship squad when Rassie Erasmus names his selection on Monday.
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Kleyn eyes Springbok recall ahead of Nations Championship squad announcement
Jean Kleyn hopes his strong start at Gloucester will secure him a Nations Championship recall when Rassie Erasmus announces his squad on Monday.
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