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BACK-TO-BACK: Ahmed holds his nerve — Junior Boks retain world title against gallant France
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BACK-TO-BACK: Ahmed holds his nerve — Junior Boks retain world title against gallant France

South Africa's Junior Boks secured their second consecutive World Rugby Junior World Championship title by defeating France 18-13 in Tbilisi. The victory marked the first time a South African under-20 team has achieved back-to-back championships, echoing the success of the senior Springboks who won two World Cups. Flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed contributed 11 points through three penalties and a conversion, while center Markus Muller scored a crucial try. The match faced delays due to weather, and both teams struggled with errors under challenging conditions. Despite France's efforts, including a try disallowed due to obstruction, the Junior Boks maintained their dominance throughout the contest.

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BACK-TO-BACK: Ahmed holds his nerve — Junior Boks retain world title against gallant France

South Africa's Junior Boks secured their second consecutive World Rugby Junior World Championship title by defeating France 18-13 in Tbilisi. The victory marked the first time a South African under-20 team has achieved back-to-back championships, echoing the success of the senior Springboks who won two World Cups. Flyhalf Yaqeen Ahmed contributed 11 points through three penalties and a conversion, while center Markus Muller scored a crucial try. The match faced delays due to weather, and both teams struggled with errors under challenging conditions. Despite France's efforts, including a try disallowed due to obstruction, the Junior Boks maintained their dominance throughout the contest.

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