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Siya Kolisi at OR Tambo International Airport on 31 October 2023. (Photo: Felix Dlangamandla)
Sports Minister Zizi Kodwa, Bok captain Siya Kolisi and coach Jacques Nienaber at a media briefing at OR Tambo International Airport on 31 October 2023. (Photo: Felix Dlangamandla)
Springbok fans at OR Tambo International Airport on 31 October 2023. (Photo: Felix Dlangamandla)
Fans wait for the Boks at OR Tambo International Airport. (Photo: Felix Dlangamandla)
Siya Kolisi holding the trophy at O.R. Tambo International Airport. The Springboks beat New Zealand in the final on Saturday, winning their 4th Rugby World Cup. 31 October 2023. (Photo: Felix Dlangamandla)
Fans gather at OR Tambo International Airport to welcome the Springboks home after winning the 2023 Rugby World Cup. (Photo: Felix Dlangamandla)