The NZ U20s team performs the haka against South Africa. Photo: Federico Zovadelli / action press
The New Zealand U20s return to the world championship final for the first time in seven years, when they face old rivals South Africa. Kickoff is at 6.30am NZT.
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New Zealand retained the title with a 48-45 victory over hosts South Africa.
New Zealand beat Ireland 69-22 in Calvisano in Italy to finish unbeaten at the top of their pool.
New Zealand has hung on to win their opening match at the men’s World Rugby under-20 Championship beating hosts Italy 14-5 in stifling heat in Calvisano, northern Italy.
The World U-20 Rugby championship kicked off this morning, co-head coach Alex Robertson talked with Nathan Rarere before kick-off Audio
The result leaves the Baby Blacks at the head of the table, with seven points, one ahead of Australia.
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