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Kiss eyes Springbok Test as Gordon scan awaited after Argentina draw
Les Kiss claimed the Argentina series win as a key objective met but acknowledged frustration at drawing the second Test despite a 13-minute two-man advantage, while Carter Gordon awaits scan results after picking up a lower-leg injury that clouds his availability for the Springboks Test in Perth in three weeks.
All Blacks lose Savea, Tupaea and Jacobson for Baltimore decider
New Zealand lose Ardie Savea, Quinn Tupaea and Luke Jacobson to injury ahead of the series decider against South Africa in Baltimore, while the Springboks will be without Cheslin Kolbe after he broke his jaw in Saturday's 29-24 win at FNB Stadium.
Erasmus and Rennie agree key moments decided Soweto Test as series heads to Baltimore
Erasmus and Rennie set aside last week's public spat after South Africa won the third Test 29-24 in Soweto to lead the series 2-1, with both coaches agreeing key moments rather than game plans have decided the contest, as the teams head to Baltimore for the series decider without Cheslin Kolbe and Ardie Savea respectively.
Erasmus hails emotional Soweto triumph as Springboks edge Greatest Rivalry series
Rassie Erasmus described Saturday's 29-24 victory over New Zealand at FNB Stadium as one of the most emotional wins of his coaching tenure, crediting nine years of continuity for the Springboks' ability to handle pressure moments. The result gave South Africa a 2-1 series lead and extended their advantage at the top of the World Rugby rankings to 2.43 points. Erasmus rejected suggestions the series had already been won, insisting the All Blacks remain dangerous opponents under Dave Rennie.
All Blacks lose Jacobson to elbow injury ahead of Baltimore decider
Luke Jacobson's elbow injury adds to New Zealand's mounting casualty list — Ardie Savea and Quinn Tupaea are also out — as the All Blacks prepare to face South Africa in Baltimore next Saturday, with the Springboks leading the series 2-1.
Springboks extend World Rugby rankings lead to 2.43 points after Johannesburg win
South Africa extend their World Rugby rankings lead to 2.43 points over New Zealand following the 29-24 win at FNB Stadium, moving to 94.33 points. Australia remain seventh after drawing 28-28 with Argentina.
Rennie laments key moments as Springboks claim 29-24 victory in Soweto
All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie identified crucial second-half errors and set-piece dominance as the difference in his side's 24-29 defeat to the Springboks at FNB Stadium on Saturday. The loss gives South Africa a 2-1 series lead ahead of next weekend's decider in Baltimore.
Savea, Tupaea and Jacobson ruled out as All Blacks count injury cost after Soweto defeat
New Zealand lose captain Ardie Savea (dislocated shoulder), Quinn Tupaea (MCL) and Luke Jacobson (elbow tendon) to injury after Saturday's defeat in Soweto, with the Springboks leading the series 2-1 ahead of the Baltimore finale.
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.
Black Ferns too sharp for Springbok Women despite scrum dominance
The Springbok Women were beaten 52-20 by New Zealand at FNB Stadium, losing despite dominating the scrum and maul, with finishing and handling errors undermining a competitive first-half performance.
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.