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  • uncapped A player who has not played in an official game yet. The coach selected four uncapped players for the squad.
  • prop A player position in rugby, usually strong and sturdy. Numia is included as a prop in the team.
  • flanker A player position in rugby, often fast and agile. Segner joins the team as a flanker.
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