Sbu Nkosi dotted down twice for the World XV in a thrilling Killik Cup match against the Barbarians, but had a potential hat-trick ruled out after an audacious dive in the corner.
The Springbok winger started on the right wing as the World XV lost 48-42 to the Barbarians at Twickenham on Sunday afternoon.
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Playing in front of a crowd of over 32,000, Nkosi scored two tries in what was his first outing since March.
Sbu Nkosi scoring for the World XV after a one-handed pass from Semi Radradra. pic.twitter.com/0qJG7LGUmr
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Nkosi had a try ruled out in the final play of the first half, after grounding the ball on the touchline following an incredible attempt at an acrobatic finish.
This was a bat sh*t crazy finish attempt from Sbu Nkosi. #KillikCup pic.twitter.com/ujwjrPSHCW
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However, the Vodacom Bulls speedster still managed to grab a second try in the second half and complete his brace in an entertaining match of festival rugby.
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