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Junior Boks make history, Bok depth stuns again, and international rugby's discipline crisis deepens
Three rounds of the Nations Championship delivered Bok depth that's genuinely alarming for the rest of the world, a historic Junior Bok title defence in Tbilisi, and an Argentina-England circus that set a new yellow-card record — Louw's round-up cuts through all of it.
Junior Boks make history, Bok depth frightens, and England's discipline crisis deepens
The Junior Boks make JWC history with back-to-back titles, the Springboks' rotating roster keeps crushing opponents, and England's card-count crisis reaches alarming levels — all covered in this Nations Championship and JWC round-up.
Mallett slams TMO culture as 'a blight on rugby' after Junior Bok tries chalked off
Mallett argues TMOs have gone from a last-resort tool to a try-hunting exercise that kills game flow — using the Junior World Championship final as exhibit A.
Why Foote stuck with Felix over cleared Giliomee for the JWC Final
Foote explains why he left Giliomee out of the JWC Final even after his red card was rescinded — squad stability trumped selection, and Felix delivered. Foote also reflects on the tournament's recurring pressure moments and what the leadership group's composure signals about this generation.
Junior Springboks defend Junior World Championship title with 16-5 win over France in Tbilisi
The Junior Springboks have defended the Junior World Championship title, beating France 16-5 in Tbilisi to claim South Africa's third U-20 world crown following victories in 2012 and 2024.
Junior Boks make history with back-to-back U20 world titles in Tbilisi
South Africa's under-20 side successfully defended their world championship crown with a 16-5 victory over France in Tbilisi on Saturday evening, becoming the first Junior Springbok team to win consecutive titles. Fly-half Yaqeen Ahmed contributed 11 points in a gritty final delayed by inclement weather, as Kevin Foote's charges mirrored the senior Springboks' back-to-back World Cup triumphs.
Junior Springboks retain Junior World Championship title with 16-5 victory over France
South Africa's Junior Springboks retained the Junior World Championship title with a 16-5 victory over France in Tbilisi, claiming the country's third U20 world crown following titles in 2012 and 2024.
Junior Boks make history with back-to-back Junior World Championship titles
The Junior Springboks beat France U20 16-5 in the Junior World Championship final in Tbilisi to become the first South African U20 side to win back-to-back world titles, extending their unbeaten run to 18 matches.
Junior Boks defend JWC title with 16-5 win over France in Tbilisi
The Junior Boks have defended the Junior World Championship title, defeating France 16-5 in the final in Tbilisi — South Africa's third U20 world crown overall, following 2012 and 2025.
Junior Springboks defend Junior World Championship title with 16-5 win over France
South Africa's Junior Springboks have retained the Junior World Championship title, beating France 16-5 in Tbilisi to claim the country's third U20 world crown following a campaign built on defensive resilience and squad depth.
Junior Boks defend U20 World Championship title with 16-5 win over France
The Junior Springboks defended their U20 World Championship title with a 16-5 victory over France in Tbilisi, with fly-half Yaqeen Ahmed contributing eight points in South Africa's third overall triumph.
Baby Boks defend U20 World title with 16-5 win over France in Tbilisi
The Baby Boks defended their World Rugby U20 Championship title with a 16-5 victory over France in Tbilisi, fly-half Yaqeen Ahmed contributing eight points and Markus Muller scoring the decisive try.
Junior Springboks chase back-to-back titles against France U20 in World Championship Final
The Junior Springboks face France U20 in the World Rugby Junior World Championship Final in Georgia, riding a tournament-record 10-match winning streak as they bid to retain their crown.
USA run riot in first half to down Junior Springbok Women 47-12 in Stellenbosch
The USA U20 Women led 33-0 at half-time and ran out 47-12 winners over the Junior Springbok Women at Markotter Stadium in Stellenbosch, with the hosts showing marked improvement after the break. The teams meet again at the same venue next Friday.
USA put 47 unanswered first-half points on Junior Springbok Women before hosts rally
USA U20 Women led 33-0 at half-time and ran out 47-12 winners over the Junior Springbok Women at Markotter Stadium in Stellenbosch, with the sides set to meet again at the same venue next Friday.
England U20s eye finishing statement against Baby Blacks after Junior Bok defeat
After losing to the Junior Springboks in the semis, England U20s are targeting a strong finish against New Zealand in Saturday's third-place play-off, with Lucas Friday citing real tournament-wide growth and Andy Titterrell rotating his side to make a statement.
Junior Boks ready for France final, will wear black armbands for Makwedini
Junior Springbok captain Siphosethu Mnebelele and flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed have declared the squad fully prepared for Saturday's JWC Final against France U20 in Tbilisi (18.30 SAST), with the team set to wear black armbands in memory of former SA U18 prop Luqobo Makwedini.
Junior Boks vs France: Team sheets, form guide and final predictions
Full team sheets and predictions for the JWC Final, with Rugby365 calling South Africa over France by three points as the Junior Boks chase back-to-back titles on a 10-match winning streak.
Junior Boks united and ready as they bid to defend JWC title against France
Junior Bok captain Siphosethu Mnebelele and flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed have highlighted team unity and collective focus ahead of Saturday's JWC final against France Under-20 in Tbilisi (18h30 SA time), with coach Kevin Foote making three changes from the semi-final win over England. The team will wear black armbands in memory of former SA Under-18 prop Luqobo Makwedini.
Junior Boks eye title defence with unity as driving force
Junior Springbok captain Siphosethu Mnebele and flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed have emphasised the squad's collective spirit and disciplined preparation ahead of Saturday evening's Junior World Championship final against France Under-20 in Tbilisi. The defending champions kick off at 18h30 SA time as they aim to retain the title won last year against New Zealand.