South Africa, March 25 -- Rewarding partnership

The Springboks are the reigning world champions, having won the RWC a record four times, two of those - in 2019 and 2023 - under the MTN sponsorship.

"This has been the most awe-inspiring and rewarding partnership for MTN after coming in as lead sponsors during a more difficult period for rugby in 2017 after the Boks had not fared as well after last winning the World Cup in 2007," said MTN SA CEO, Charles Molapisi.

"For us, it was about more than branding; it was about redefining transformation by returning rugby to the people and fostering the spirit of Ubuntu. We demonstrated leadership and commitment to SA sport and could not be happier with the results.

"We would like to thank SA Rug...