1984 England rugby union tour of South Africa

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In the face of much criticism, and in the spite of convert political pressure, the RFU decided that the tour of South Africa should go ahead, but probably with hindsight, in the light of results, later wished that they would not. Many players were unable to tour (not for political reasons, only Ralph Knibbs of Bristol stood up to be counted in that respect) and the squad was relatively inexperienced. 10 of the 26 players were uncapped before the tour and 7 gained their 1st caps in South Africa.

[edit] Matches

Scores and results list England's points tally first.
Opposing Teams For Against Date Venue Competition
Flag of South Africa Currie Cup "B" Section 31 21 19/05/1984 Kings Park Stadium, Durban Tour Match
Flag of South Africa South African Federation 23 21 23/05/1984 Danie Craven Stadium, Stellenbosch Tour Match
Flag of South Africa Western Province 15 15 26/05/1984 Newlands, Cape Town Tour Match
Flag of South Africa South African Rugby Association 30 8 29/05/1984 Border Rugby Union Ground, East London Tour Match
Flag of South Africa South Africa 15 33 02/06/1984 Boet Erasmus Stadium, Port Elizabeth First Test
Flag of South Africa Country Districts 33 12 05/06/1984 DP de Villers Stadium, Sasolburg Tour Match
Flag of South Africa South Africa 9 35 19/06/1984 Ellis Park, Johannesburg Second Test
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