The Junior Springboks sent an early statement ahead of their 2026 campaign with a commanding 35-0 victory over Georgia Under-20 in Tbilisi on Sunday, powered by a dominant set piece and resolute defence.
The Junior Springboks will be led by U20 World Championship-winning captain Riley Norton when they run out onto the field for the first of two Tests against Georgia in Tbilisi on Sunday afternoon.
The Junior Springboks are braced for freezing European winter conditions and abrasive opponents that will test their mettle in their forthcoming tour of Georgia.
A 31-man strong Junior Springbok will travel to Tbilisi for a three-match tour of Georgia later this month.
The Sharks confirmed they have recruited former Junior Springbok Gianni Lombard from the Lions this week.
Junior Springbok head coach Kevin Foote says he is pleased with the SA U20 training squad's progress as they ramp up preparations for their upcoming tour of Georgia.