By Imtiaz Hussain Abro
South Africa win fourth Rugby World Cup.
In 2023, the men’s Rugby World Cup took centre stage, and host nation France harboured hopes of securing their maiden title after finishing as runners-up thrice.
The French embarked on an impressive journey, breezing past the formidable All Blacks in the tournament’s opening match. However, their aspirations were dashed by a brutal 29-28 defeat to South Africa in the quarter-finals.
In the first semi-final, New Zealand overcame Argentina, while England and South Africa engaged in a tense 16-15 thriller in the other semi-final. The South Africans emerged victorious, securing a spot in their second consecutive World Cup final.
In a dramatic final showdown, the Springboks once again defied expectations, narrowly defeating New Zealand 12-11, sparking jubilation among players and fans alike..
