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Hooker surprised by man of the match honour after exhausting Springbok win
Ethan Hooker, named man of the match in the Springboks' 29-24 win over the All Blacks at FNB Stadium, says he was too exhausted and elated to even register the award, crediting second-half scrum dominance and the home crowd as the decisive factors as South Africa take a 2-1 series lead into next weekend's decider in Baltimore.
Springboks clinch series with 29-24 victory over All Blacks at FNB Stadium
The Springboks secured a 2-1 series lead in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry with a 29-24 triumph over New Zealand at FNB Stadium on Saturday. After trailing 17-12 early in the second half, South Africa dominated the final half-hour with two unanswered tries, including a penalty try from a scrum and a spectacular 30-metre maul finished by Malcolm Marx. The victory ensures Sean Fitzpatrick's 1996 All Blacks remain the only New Zealand side to win a series on South African soil.
Springboks defeat All Blacks at Ellis Park to lead series 2-1, first win at venue in history
The Springboks beat the All Blacks 29-24 at Ellis Park — their first win at the venue over New Zealand — to lead the four-match series 2-1 and stand one result away from a first series victory over New Zealand in 50 years.
Kolbe ruled out of Baltimore decider as Erasmus confirms broken jaw
Cheslin Kolbe is out of the Baltimore series decider with a broken jaw sustained in Soweto, with Herschel Jantjies called up and Grant Williams identified as wing cover. Ben-Jason Dixon, Carlu Sadie, Boan Venter and Ntuthuko Mchunu also stay behind.
Kolbe breaks jaw as Springboks take series lead over All Blacks
Cheslin Kolbe broke his jaw inside 10 minutes of South Africa's 29-24 third-test win over New Zealand in Johannesburg, with the Springboks now leading the four-test series 2-1 ahead of next Saturday's decider in Baltimore. All Blacks captain Ardie Savea is also ruled out of the finale with a shoulder injury sustained in the same match.
De Jager targets 2027 World Cup spot after heart condition scare
Lood de Jager has detailed his recovery from pericarditis that cost him a place in the 2023 World Cup squad, and says the experience has intensified his drive to earn selection for the 2027 tournament at 33.
Erasmus apologises for F-bomb outburst and praises Rennie after Springboks take 2-1 series lead
Erasmus apologised for his post-Cape Town F-bomb outburst and praised Dave Rennie after the Springboks beat the All Blacks 29-24 in Soweto to lead the series 2-1, with Cheslin Kolbe ruled out of the Baltimore decider after suffering a broken jaw.
Kolbe ruled out with fractured jaw as Erasmus targets Baltimore series win
Erasmus has brushed aside suggestions the series is already won, warning that Baltimore is still a must-win with the trophy at stake, as Kolbe is ruled out with a fractured jaw and five other players stay behind.
Springboks clinch home series against All Blacks with 29-24 win at FNB Stadium
The Springboks beat the All Blacks 29-24 at FNB Stadium to clinch the home series 2-1, with a dominant performance between the 50th and 78th minutes overturning a 17-12 deficit. Malcolm Marx and a scrum penalty try were the decisive scores, while Ethan Hooker took Player of the Match honours. Siya Kolisi set a new record of 55 wins as Springbok captain.
Erasmus dismisses series talk, confirms Kolbe out with fractured jaw ahead of Baltimore decider
Erasmus has dismissed talk of a sealed series win, stressing the Baltimore finale remains critical as the Springboks seek to clinch the Castle Double Malt trophy outright, while Cheslin Kolbe is confirmed out with a fractured jaw.
Springboks clinch series against All Blacks with 29-24 victory at FNB Stadium
The Springboks beat the All Blacks 29-24 at FNB Stadium to clinch the four-Test home series 2-1, with a dominant second-half display built on set-piece dominance and a decisive final quarter that reversed the pattern of the first two Tests.
Kolisi lauds Springbok resilience after thrilling win over All Blacks in Johannesburg
Kolisi praised Springbok resilience after a thrilling win over the All Blacks in Johannesburg.
Springboks beat All Blacks 29-24 in Soweto to lead Greatest Rivalry series 2-1
The Springboks beat the All Blacks 29-24 in Soweto to lead the four-Test Greatest Rivalry series 2-1, with the finale to be played in Baltimore.
Savea ruled out of Baltimore decider as All Blacks injury toll mounts
Ardie Savea has been ruled out of the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry decider in Baltimore with a shoulder injury sustained in the All Blacks' defeat in Soweto, while Quinn Tupaea is also in doubt after a knee scare.
Kolbe out of Baltimore finale as Erasmus confirms injury casualties from Soweto
Cheslin Kolbe is out of the series finale in Baltimore after breaking his jaw in Soweto, with Carlu Sadie, Boan Venter, Ntuthuko Mchunu and Ben-Jason Dixon also staying behind. Herschel Jantjies joins the travelling squad as cover, while the All Blacks lose Ardie Savea to a shoulder injury ahead of the fourth Test.
Rassie becomes most successful coach against All Blacks as Boks take 2-1 series lead
The Springboks defeated the All Blacks 29-24 at FNB Stadium to take a 2-1 lead in the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series, with the win making Rassie Erasmus the most successful international coach against New Zealand in history. The Boks go to Baltimore next week leading the series and playing for the inaugural RGR trophy.
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.
Springboks end Soweto curse with gritty 29-24 victory over All Blacks
South Africa secured a hard-fought 29-24 win over New Zealand at FNB Stadium, breaking a 14-year losing streak at the venue and taking a 2-1 series lead into the final Test in Baltimore. The Springboks overturned a 12-12 half-time deadlock with two second-half tries, despite losing Cheslin Kolbe to concussion inside nine minutes. New Zealand's defeat was compounded by an injury to captain Ardie Savea, leaving both camps facing anxious waits on fitness updates ahead of the series decider on 12 September.
Springboks end Soweto drought with 29-24 win over All Blacks to take series lead
The Springboks beat the All Blacks 29-24 at FNB Stadium in Soweto to take a 2-1 lead in the Greatest Rivalry series, ending more than a decade of hurt at the venue. Second-half tries from Jesse Kriel and Malcolm Marx, added to first-half scores from Kurt-Lee Arendse and a penalty try, proved decisive.
Springboks break Soweto hoodoo to take 2-1 Rugby Championship lead over All Blacks
The Springboks ended their winless record at FNB Stadium in Soweto with a 29-24 victory over the All Blacks, taking a 2-1 series lead ahead of the final Test in Baltimore on 12 September. Ardie Savea scored twice for New Zealand before leaving with a shoulder injury, while Cheslin Kolbe's fitness is in doubt after an HIA withdrawal for South Africa.