BlitzBoks Secure Dramatic Last Minute Victory Over Kenya to Reach Hong Kong Sevens Semifinals

Siviwe Soyizwapi scores at the death to secure a stunning 26-22 comeback win for the BlitzBoks over Kenya. Follow the Hong Kong SVNS action here.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 20, 2026, 4:54 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Rugby365

A Veteran’s Clinical Finish Under Pressure

The BlitzBoks kept their title hopes alive at the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong SVNS with a remarkable escape against a resilient Kenyan outfit. In a match defined by late drama, veteran Siviwe Soyizwapi proved to be the difference maker, crossing the line with time expired on the clock. The victory followed a period of intense pressure where the South Africans appeared to be heading for a quarterfinal exit, only for their experienced core to remain composed as the Kenyan defensive structure finally buckled in the closing seconds of the encounter.

Fluctuating Momentum in the Opening Half

The contest began with the BlitzBoks asserting early dominance through a try by Selvyn Davids, but the lead was short lived as Kenya responded with a clinical double. The tactical battle for possession at the breakdown saw the Kenyans temporarily take the lead before a try from Donavan Don shifted the momentum back toward South Africa. A successful conversion by Tristan Leyds allowed Philip Snyman’s side to retreat to the tunnel with a narrow two point advantage, though the physical nature of the Kenyan attack signaled a difficult second half ahead.

Overcoming a Second Half Deficit

Kenya emerged from the break with renewed intensity, dominating the majority of the second period to race into a 22-14 lead. With only a couple of minutes remaining, the BlitzBoks found themselves trailing by eight points and struggling to find a breach in the opposition's defensive wall. The comeback was sparked by Quewin Nortje, whose late try brought the South Africans within touching distance and created a frantic final play situation where the pressure eventually forced a gap for Soyizwapi’s match winning effort.