# Josh Neill Talks Ireland U20 Journey, South Africa Roots & Leinster Academy

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Podcast: [VMTV Rugby Pod](https://stenobird.com/podcast/vmtv-rugby-pod-3547543)
Published: 2026-02-27T15:45:13+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/the-virgin-media-television-rugby-podcast/episodes/josh-neill-talks-ireland-u20-journey-south-africa-roots-lein
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Duration seconds: 680

## Resource

Ireland Under-20 star Josh Neill sits down for an exclusive interview with Virgin Media Sport. Josh turns 19 on Saturday and reflects on his incredible journey in rugby so far, from growing up in South Africa, representing Rondebosch High School, Captaining Western Province U18, playing for South Africa U18, to joining the Leinster Academy in Ireland. The Irish back-row has been a standout performer in the U20 Championship, earning two Player of the Match awards, including a memorable performance against England at the Recreation Ground last Friday. Ireland U20 vs Wales U20, Saturday 7th March Live from 7:30pm on Virgin Media PLAY & Virgin Media Two 📺 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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