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Prime Minister Narendra Modi hails South Africa's record Rugby World Cup triumph

Describing the feat as a "majestic performance", the prime minister said it is a historic moment for the Rainbow Country and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.

Reported by: PTI New Delhi Published : Nov 03, 2019 15:59 IST, Updated : Nov 03, 2019 15:59 IST
Narendra Modi (left); South Africa's Siya Kolisi
Image Source : PTI/AP

Narendra Modi (left); South Africa's Siya Kolisi celebrates after the Rugby World Cup victory (right).

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated South Africa for winning the Rugby World Cup for a record third time, beating England.

South Africa beat England 32-12 in the world cup final in Japan on Saturday.

"Congratulations @Springboks (the SA team) for winning the Rugby World Cup for a record-equalling third time," Modi tweeted.

Describing the feat as a "majestic performance", the prime minister said it is a historic moment for the Rainbow Country and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.

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