South Africa's victory over New Zealand in the World Cup final was forged in their national psyche, establishing them as rugby's ultimate knockout specialists. The repeat champions defended magnificently to ensure they return home as heroes.
South Africa’s victory over New Zealand in the World Cup final was forged in their national psyche, according to some of the stars of their successful title defence.
Prop Ox Nche, the destroyer of England’s scrum in the semi-final, said: “It shows our resilience. In South Africa that’s what we are made of. “This team has a never-say-die attitude. The second half was more containment and limiting the damage. Even though they scored, we limited them to five points,” Pollard said.
“We do it for the people of South Africa. We do it for each other. We do it for our families. People don’t really have the money but they have made their way here to support us,” Willemse said.“I’m really proud of everyone for putting their bodies on the line and sacrificing themselves.
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