Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated South Africa for winning the Rugby World Cup for a record third time.

South Africa beat England 32-12 in the final in Japan on Saturday.

"Congratulations @Springboks for winning the Rugby World Cup for a record-equalling third time," Modi tweeted.

Describing the feat as a "majestic performance", the prime minister said it is a historic moment for the Rainbow Country and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.