In a thrilling conclusion to the WXV 2 tournament, Australia claimed the title from Scotland with a 31-22 victory in Cape Town. The match, held at Athlone Stadium, was a high-stakes encounter, as both teams entered with two wins each. However, Scotland's hopes of defending their title were dashed as they finished the game with just 13 players on the field, allowing Australia to seize the opportunity and emerge victorious. The match highlighted the consequences of indiscipline, as Scotland struggled to maintain their composure under pressure.