The Junior Springboks retained their World Rugby U20 Championship title with a hard-fought 16-5 victory over France in Tbilisi, Georgia, on Saturday.A 45-minute lightning delay during the final could not deter the South African team, who extended their unbeaten tournament streak to 11 matches.Captain Siphosethu Mnebelele led the charge, with Yaqeen Ahmed scoring crucial penalties to establish an early lead.France briefly narrowed the gap, but the Springboks' clinical execution sealed the win.

This triumph marks the first time South Africa has matched senior World Cup success with consecutive junior titles, bringing them closer to France's record of three successive junior championships.Key moments included a disallowed try for South Africa and a late penalty by Ahmed for a high tackle, underscoring the match's intensity.The victory highlights the team's resilience and tactical discipline, cementing their status as a dominant force in youth rugby.