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The triumphant Junior Springboks were praised for their courage, discipline and skill when they returned to South Africa on Monday having retained the Junior World Championship title in Georgia on Saturday.

The team and management were met and congratulated by Mr Mark Alexander, president of the South African Rugby Union, following their 16-5 victory over France. The team retained the title they won in Italy 2025 when they defeated New Zealand 23-15.

“The South African Rugby Union proudly salutes the Junior Springboks on their historic achievement in securing back‑to‑back World Rugby Under‑20 Championship titles.,” said Mr Alexander.

“Winning consecutive world titles at the Under‑20 level underscores the promise of a new generation ready to carry the Springbok legacy forward.

“The Junior Boks have inspired our nation, reminding us that discipline, unity and belief can conquer any challenge.

“On behalf of SA Rugby, I extend heartfelt congratulations to the players, coaches and management. We also thank the supporters at home and abroad whose unwavering encouragement fuels our teams. Our teams play for the 60 million-odd South Africans and the inspiration they derive from the fans is a powerful part of their success.”

Mr Alexander said that SA Rugby was enjoying unprecedented success at all levels.

“With the Springboks having won consecutive Rugby World Cups, our Blitzboks reclaiming the World Rugby Sevens Series championship and now the Junior Boks securing back‑to‑back world titles, the evidence is clear: our pathways and pipeline are working, strong and healthy,” said Mr Alexander.

“These victories reflect the depth of our structures, the excellence of our coaching and the resilience of our players.

“This collective success belongs to South Africa, and it strengthens our resolve to uphold the highest standards of rugby governance and performance.”

A South African national rugby team is next in action on 8 August when the senior men take on Argentina in Buenos Aires.

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