On 28th October 2023, the Springboks made history by retaining their Rugby World Cup title with a thrilling victory over New Zealand. This marked their fourth World Cup win, a record in the tournament's history. The final was a memorable clash between these rugby giants, taking place in the iconic Stade de France in Paris. In their pursuit of retaining the world title, South Africa had to overcome numerous challenges. The final match against New Zealand ended with a score of 12-11, and it was their third consecutive one-point victory in this tournament. The Springboks secured their fourth Webb Ellis Trophy, further solidifying their reputation as one of the sport's powerhouses. The final will be remembered for several remarkable moments, including a red card shown to New Zealand's captain, Sam Cane, making it the first red card in a Rugby World Cup final. Handre Pollard's accurate kicking in the first half gave South Africa a crucial advantage. However, the All Blacks mounted a spirited comeback in the second half, narrowing the gap with a try from Beauden Barrett. Jordie Barrett had an opportunity to seal a historic comeback for New Zealand with a long-range penalty kick late in the game, but he narrowly missed. Despite South Africa's own challenges, including Cheslin Kolbe's temporary absence due to a deliberate knock-on, they stood firm against New Zealand's late onslaught, securing a historic and narrow victory. The Springboks' victory reaffirmed their unbeaten record in Rugby World Cup finals. Their previous titles were won in 1995 when they triumphed in a close extra-time match against New Zealand, and in 2007 when they defeated England. Their third World Cup title came in the 2019 tournament in Japan. New Zealand is the only other team to have won consecutive Rugby World Cups, achieving this feat in 2011 and 2015. With this fourth World Cup win, South Africa now stands alone as the most successful team in the history of the Rugby World Cup. Previously sharing this title with New Zealand, they have now firmly etched their place in the annals of rugby history. In the battle for third place, England secured a 26-23 victory over Argentina in the playoff match. The Springboks' triumph in 2023 is a testament to their enduring excellence in international rugby.