The two South Africa U18 squads have rotated extensively for their second-round matches of the U18 International Series in Boland Landbou near Wellington.
Junior Springboks Batho Hlekani, Cheswill Jooste, and Haashim Pead say they were left inspired and motivated after spending two weeks training with the senior Springbok squad.
Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus is happy with how the three Junior Springboks are featuring in the ongoing training camp.
Junior Springbok superstar Batho Hlekani looks set to be at the centre of contract negotiations between the Sharks and the Lions.
With a large contingent of the World Champion Junior Springboks available for the 2026 campaign, the future looks rosy.
Junior Springboks captain Riley Norton says lifting the World Rugby U20 Championship trophy in Italy stands as the proudest moment of his sporting journey so far.