The two qualifying teams in the Rugby World Cup are hoping to win a record fourth title when they face each other in the decider on Saturday.
South Africa leads the latest world rankings since their smash-and-grab win against England in the tournament semi-finals this past weekend.
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New Zealand’s All Blacks which is considered to be the greatest rugby team in the world is in second place.
In their recent matches, the team has secured victory in close contests by just a single point on two occasions.
These tightly contested games could have swung in either direction, but Coach Jacques Nienaber’s squad managed to carve out a path to success.
Maintaining this resilient spirit will be crucial as they prepare to face the formidable All Blacks this weekend.
Rugby World Cup Final
The New Zealand All Blacks advanced to their fifth final with a commanding 44-6 victory over Argentina on Friday, October 20th.
However, their previous clash with the Springboks ended in a 35-7 defeat during a pre-tournament warm-up match at Twickenham two months ago, marking the largest margin of defeat in their history.
Saturday’s final will be played at the Stade de France.
Interestingly, South Africa has never lost a rugby final, while the All Blacks have lost one against the Springboks in 1995.
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Monambi still training despite allegations of a racial slur
It seems as though World Rugby is still investigating an alleged incident of racism in last week’s semi.
English player Tom Curry accused Springbok hooker Bongi Mbonambi of verbal abuse during the game.
Curry was seen complaining to referee Ben O’ Keeffe in the second quarter of the match at Stade de France. While the alleged slur is not audible, Curry told the O-Keeffe, “Sir, if their hooker calls me a white c*** what do I do?”
O’Keeffe replied: “Nothing, please. I’ll be on it.”
However, fans have rushed to Mbonambi’s defense saying Curry may have been lost in translation.
“Die Wit kant” in Afrikaans translates to “The White side.” Fans suggested Mbonambi was informing his teammates of the ball position.
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