Springboks, World Cup trophy returning home on Tuesday ... coming to a city near YOU!

The world champion Springboks are due to arrive back in South Africa from France on Tuesday, 31 October.

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SA Rugby announced on Sunday morning that the Boks are expected to arrive at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg shortly before midday on Tuesday.

A press conference will be conducted with head coach Jacques Nienaber, captain Siya Kolisi and selected squad members around 12:00.

The Boks successfully defended their World Cup crown with a thrilling 12-11 victory over New Zealand in the final at the Stade de France in Paris on Saturday night.

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It was South Africa's fourth Rugby World Cup crown, which is a new record.

As was the case in 2019 when they won in Japan, the Boks are expected to conduct a trophy tour around the country where they will parade the Webb Ellis Cup to their loyal fans.