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Junior Springboks complete U20 International Series clean sweep ahead of JWC defence
The Junior Springboks completed a clean sweep of the U20 International Series with a nine-try win over Georgia in Stellenbosch, with coach Kevin Foote now facing a tight selection call before the squad departs to defend their Junior World Championship title in Georgia in three weeks.
Riley Norton returns to captain Junior Springboks for Georgia U20 finale
Riley Norton is back to captain the Junior Springboks in their final U20 International Series match against Georgia U20 in Stellenbosch on Saturday.
Junior Boks hammer Fiji 82-25 but Moyo and Foote flag late concentration lapse
The SA U20s beat Fiji 82-25 in Cape Town to go two from two in the U20 International Series, with captain Vusi Moyo again contributing 22 points, though both he and coach Kevin Foote flagged a late focus lapse ahead of Saturday's clash with Georgia in Stellenbosch.
Moyo and Foote flag concentration lapses despite 82–25 demolition of Fiji
Vusi Moyo's 22-point haul helped the Junior Springboks beat Fiji 82–25 in Cape Town, but both the captain and coach Kevin Foote identified a late concentration lapse as an area to address ahead of Saturday's U20 International Series match against Georgia in Stellenbosch.
Foote praises Junior Boks' composure and depth after 97-0 demolition of Chile
Kevin Foote praised the Junior Boks' maturity, squad depth and structural discipline after a 97-0 win over Chile in Cape Town, with South Africa next facing Fiji at Wynberg Boys' High School on Tuesday.
Junior Boks on brink of historic U20 title after Australia rout
The Junior Springboks demolished Australia Under-20 56–17 at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Sunday, moving to the cusp of a maiden U20 Rugby Championship crown. Kevin Foote's side need just one bonus point from their final fixture against New Zealand to secure the title, though initial confusion over the tournament's scoring system saw premature celebrations before the mathematics were clarified.
Junior Boks take World Cup confidence from NZ dogfight
Foote and Norton reflect on what a grinding draw against New Zealand reveals about where the Junior Boks are — and what still needs fixing — ahead of their World Cup title defence in Georgia.
Junior Boks crowned, Fourie croc-rolled, and a Lions try that wasn't
The Junior Boks' U20 title, Henderson's croc roll on Fourie, a standout refereeing display in Belfast, and the TMO call that killed the Lions' best moment against Leinster — Louw's column covers the weekend's highs and lows with some pointed observations on officiating and the 20-minute red card rule.
Junior Boks crowned, Fourie croc-rolled, and a Lions try that wasn't
The Junior Boks' U20 Rugby Championship title, Iain Henderson's croc roll on Deon Fourie, and the TMO call that killed the Lions' best moment against Leinster — Louw's column covers the weekend's sharpest talking points.
Junior Boks claim U20 Rugby Championship title after thrilling 29-29 draw with New Zealand
South Africa's Junior Springboks claimed the U20 Rugby Championship title after drawing 29-29 with New Zealand in Gqeberha, finishing the tournament unbeaten on 13 points. Coach Kevin Foote praised the side's resilience and growth while identifying breakdown efficiency as an area for improvement.
SA Rugby's Next Wave: Ten Starboys Worth Your Attention Right Now
A detailed rundown of ten young South Africans making noise right now — headlined by Haashim Pead's historic U20 numbers and including Bok-camp invitees Markus Muller and Kai Pratt — with Adams making a credible case that several of these players are closer to green-and-gold than their ages suggest.
Norton: NZ clash no dead rubber as Junior Boks chase clean sweep
Junior Springbok captain Riley Norton insists Saturday's U20 Rugby Championship finale against New Zealand is no dead rubber, with breakdown improvement the key focus as the log-leading Baby Boks chase a clean sweep at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.
One change, one point needed: Junior Boks go for history against NZ
The Junior Boks need only a point from Saturday's U20 Championship decider against New Zealand to claim a first-ever title, and Foote has named an almost identical squad to the one that beat Australia — full teams and a Rugby365 prediction included.
Junior Boks primed for winner-takes-all U20 Championship finale against New Zealand
Assistant coach Melusi Mthethwa says Saturday's U20 Rugby Championship decider against New Zealand is the biggest test the Junior Springboks could face.
Junior Boks need bonus point to seal U20 Championship after premature crowning
The Junior Springboks need a bonus point against New Zealand on Saturday to clinch the U20 Rugby Championship title, after a rules miscommunication led to SA Rugby prematurely declaring them champions. South Africa lead the standings on 10 points, five clear of both New Zealand and Argentina.
Sharks youngsters Rasivhaga and Vyambwera combine for standout Junior Bok try in U20 Championship final
Sharks duo Khuthadzo Rasivhaga and Wasi Vyambwera combined for a standout try as the Junior Springboks claimed the U20 Rugby Championship title against Australia.
Log confusion clouds Junior Boks' title bid as Sanzaar bonus-point rule change catches everyone off guard
The Junior Boks have not clinched the 2026 U20 Rugby Championship title despite premature celebrations — a Sanzaar bonus-point rule change that went uncommunicated to key stakeholders has left South Africa, on 10 points, needing one more point from the final round to confirm the title, with Argentina and New Zealand both on five.
Norton calls for full throttle finish as Junior Boks face New Zealand in title-clinching finale
Junior Springbok captain Riley Norton has called for a focused performance against New Zealand in Saturday's U20 Rugby Championship finale in Gqeberha, with the title already secured but the skipper wary of a backlash from a Baby Blacks side knocked out of title contention by Argentina.
Junior Springboks clinch 2026 U20 Rugby Championship with 56–17 demolition of Australia
The Junior Springboks claimed the 2026 U20 Rugby Championship with a game to spare, beating Australia U20 56–17 in Gqeberha, with coach Kevin Foote and captain Riley Norton pointing to squad cohesion, bench improvement and card-free discipline as the pillars of the title-winning campaign.
Junior Boks shine, Trokkie impresses, and TMO controversy clouds the semis
The Junior Boks' title romp headlines a weekend round-up that also spotlights Trokkie's Bok-worthy Ulster display, condemns Stockdale's head-grab on Feyi-Waboso, and unpacks the TMO furore that clouded Bordeaux-Bèglès's victory over Bath.