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Junior Boks go into JWC final against France with unity as their watchword
Junior Bok captain Siphosethu Mnebelele and flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed have highlighted squad unity and focused preparation ahead of Saturday's JWC final against France U20 in Tbilisi, with the team also set to wear black armbands in memory of former SA U18 prop Luqobo Makwedini.
Junior Boks cite unity and collective focus ahead of JWC final against France
Junior Springbok captain Siphosethu Mnebelele and flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed have highlighted squad unity and collective preparation ahead of Saturday's JWC final against France Under-20 in Tbilisi, with coach Kevin Foote making three changes from the semi-final side. The Junior Boks defend the title they won against New Zealand in Italy last year and will wear black armbands in memory of the late Luqobo Makwedini.
Giliomee red card dismissed, Junior Bok free to play in World Championship Final
Luan Giliomee's red card from the Junior World Championship semifinal has been dismissed after a full disciplinary hearing found no foul play, freeing the utility back to play in the final.
SA Schools 'A' steal dramatic one-point win over SA Schools in Gqeberha
SA Schools 'A' recovered from a 14-point half-time deficit to beat SA Schools 34-33 in a dramatic finish at Grey High School's Kolisi Field in Gqeberha, with fullback Rhandzu Mkhabela's late try proving the difference.
SA Schools 'A' stage dramatic comeback to pip SA Schools 34-33 in Gqeberha
SA Schools 'A' overturned a 14-point half-time deficit to beat SA Schools 34-33 in a dramatic 10-try encounter at the Kolisi Field at Grey High School in Gqeberha, with fullback Rhandzu Mkhabela's late try proving the difference.
Junior Boks into the final — forward power the key against France
The Junior Boks came from 8 points down to beat England 53-37, with a dominant second-half forward platform and Rasivhaga's hat-trick the highlights. They face France in Saturday's final in Tbilisi, with back-to-back Junior World Championship glory on the line.
Junior Boks' forward dominance sets up back-to-back title shot against France
The Junior Boks overcame an eight-point halftime deficit to beat England 53-37, setting up a Junior World Championship final against France on Saturday. Forward dominance and second-half composure were the keys, with Rasivhaga bagging a hat-trick. Foote rates France as a genuine threat after their semifinal showing against New Zealand.
Keira Snyman named in Junior Springbok Women squad to face USA U20
Keira Snyman, 18-year-old daughter of André Snyman, has been named in the Junior Springbok Women squad for a two-Test home series against USA Women U20 in Stellenbosch, with full internationals Abigail Smit and Zethu Gcaza also included.
Foote credits bench depth as Junior Boks overturn England deficit to reach JWC Final
Kevin Foote credited a six-two forward-heavy bench and a sharp halftime reset as the Junior Springboks overturned a 12-20 deficit against 14-man England to reach the JWC Final, where they face France on Saturday with back-to-back titles on the line.
Junior Boks regroup for France final after England fightback
Junior Springbok attack coach Melusi Mthethwa praised the team's composure after they came from 20-12 down at halftime to beat England 53-37, with Khuthadzo Rasivhaga scoring a hat-trick to book a Junior World Championship final against France on Saturday.
Junior Boks through to World Cup final after 53-37 demolition of England
The Junior Springboks beat England 53-37 in the U20 World Championship semifinal in Tbilisi, with Khuthadzo Rasivhaga scoring a hat-trick and Yaqeen Ahmed contributing 23 points. They face France in Saturday's final at the Mikheil Meskhi Stadium, kickoff 6.30pm.
Junior Boks show composure to overturn England and reach World Championship final
The Junior Springboks fought back from an eight-point half-time deficit to defeat England 53-37 in the semi-final of the Junior World Championship, booking their place in Saturday's decider against France. A red card to England forward Seb Kelly in the 32nd minute proved pivotal, as the SA U20s took control after the break with wing Khuthadzo Rasivhaga scoring a hat-trick in a commanding second-half display.
Mthethwa praises Junior Boks' composure after fightback win over England
The Junior Springboks overcame an eight-point half-time deficit to beat England 53-37 in the Junior World Championship semi-final, with attack coach Melusi Mthethwa crediting the squad's composure and second-half accuracy. Wing Khuthadzo Rasivhaga scored three tries as the SA U20s set up a final against France on Saturday.
Mthethwa hails Junior Boks' composure after fightback win over England
Junior Springbok attack coach Melusi Mthethwa praised the squad's composure and second-half precision after the SA U20s came from 20-12 down at halftime to beat England 53-37 and reach the Junior World Championship final against France, with wing Khuthadzo Rasivhaga scoring a hat-trick.
Junior Springboks rout England 53-37 to reach JWC final after red-card turning point
The Junior Springboks reached the JWC final with a 53-37 win over England, with Seb Kelly's 32nd-minute red card for a headbutt on Luan Giliomee proving the turning point. Rasivhaga scored a hat-trick and Kebotile Maake crossed twice as South Africa ran away with the match. They face France in the final.
Kelly's red card turns the tide as Junior Boks dismantle England 53-37
Kelly's 32nd-minute headbutt red card handed the Junior Springboks a numerical advantage they didn't need — South Africa were already the superior side and duly proved it, running in eight tries to reach the final where they'll face France for back-to-back titles.
Foote praises Junior Springboks' maturity after fightback win over England sets up JWC final
Kevin Foote credited the Junior Springboks' maturity and depth after a fightback victory over England sealed their place in the Junior World Championship final in Tbilisi on Saturday.
Junior Boks rally from eight down to reach second successive U20 final
The Junior Springboks will defend their World Rugby Under-20 Championship crown on Saturday after overcoming England 53-37 in a hard-fought semi-final in Tbilisi. Trailing 20-12 at the interval, Kevin Foote's side produced a composed second-half performance to set up a title decider against France. The victory was built on another tireless forward effort, with Khuthadzo Rasivhaga crossing three times and Yaqeen Ahmed contributing 23 points.
Junior Boks into U-20 World Championship final after stunning second-half demolition of England
The Junior Springboks overturned a 20-12 halftime deficit to beat England 53-37 in Tbilisi and advance to the U-20 World Championship final, where they will meet France on Saturday in defence of their title. Khuthadzo Rasivhaga scored a hat-trick and Yaqeen Ahmed contributed 23 points, while Luan Giliomee faces a potential final ban after his yellow card was upgraded to a 20-minute red.
Junior Springboks reach back-to-back JWC finals after second-half comeback against England
The Junior Springboks come from 20-12 down at half-time to beat England 53-37 in Tbilisi and set up a second consecutive Junior World Championship final against Six Nations champions France on Saturday.