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Robert Ebersohn
Robert Ebersohn
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Veteran Cheetahs centre Robert Ebersohn has confirmed his retirement from professional rugby. 

Ebersohn's last match for the Cheetahs was in a pre-season friendly against the Western Force on 6 October - a match in which he suffered concussion.

After seeking medical advice for repeated concussions, the 34-year-old decided to call time on his career.

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