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Springboks claim series with 29-24 win over All Blacks at FNB Stadium

The Springboks won the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series 2-1 after defeating the All Blacks 29-24 at FNB Stadium, while the Black Ferns beat the Springbok Women 52-20 in the curtain-raiser.

The Springboks defeated the All Blacks 29-24 at FNB Stadium on Saturday to take a 2-1 lead in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series. The All Blacks were competitive in the first half but faded badly after the break, with inaccuracy proving costly as the Springboks swarmed the visitors in the second half to seal the series.

In the women's fixture at the same venue, the Black Ferns proved too clinical for the Springbok Women, running out 52-20 winners despite a strong physical showing from the home side.

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