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The Blitzboks win their first ever HK title and set the perfect foundation to retain the World Championship. Well done to Spain and Kenya for some excellent play, and to Argentina for a great final. This Blitzbok team is something very special.

Unfortunately the Springbok Women faired less well, ending 12th on the log. Considering all the injuries and the loss of team cohesion built up over SVNS 3 & 2, it was still a great accomplishment to get a convincing win over GBR. The youngsters will have learnt a lot and I'm sure the team will grow from this. We go again in Valladolid at the end of May. 💚💛

Hong Kong is the first of 3 SVNS World Championship tournaments. By the end the best team will be crowned World Champion, but at the other end of the rankings teams are also playing for a spot on next season's SVNS1 circuit.

The Blitzboks have never won in Hong Kong. As the regular season champs, they have a target on their back and will want to prove their mettle right from the start.

Grobbelaar, Dewald Human and Gino Cupido are all out due to injuries.

Quewin Nortje is back for the first time this season. Good to have Zain Davids included after rest. It's the first time in Hong Kong for Jayden Nell and David Brits.

Can the Blitzboks retain the title of World Champion as the cherry on top of an outstanding winning season? I think they just might.