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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.
Savea ruled out of Baltimore decider as All Blacks sweat on Tupaea
Ardie Savea has been ruled out of the Baltimore decider with a shoulder injury sustained in the All Blacks' 24-29 loss to the Springboks at FNB Stadium, while Quinn Tupaea is also under an injury cloud ahead of the final Test.
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.
Springboks take series lead with 29-24 win over All Blacks in Johannesburg
South Africa beat New Zealand 29-24 at Soccer City to lead the four-match series 2-1, recovering from a 12-12 halftime draw with a decisive second-half performance built on tries from Arendse, a penalty try, Kriel and Marx.
Springboks edge All Blacks 29-24 to claim 2-1 series lead
South Africa secured a 29-24 victory over New Zealand at FNB Stadium on Saturday, taking a 2-1 lead in the four-match series. After a deadlocked first half, the Springboks surged to a 12-point advantage before conceding a late try. Kurt-Lee Arendse and Jesse Kriel crossed for crucial scores as the hosts dominated the second period.
Springboks overpower All Blacks in second half to lead series 2-1
A strong second-half display saw the Springboks beat New Zealand 29-24 in Johannesburg, moving to a 2-1 series lead.
Springboks edge All Blacks 29-24 in Johannesburg thriller
South Africa claimed a 29-24 victory over New Zealand at FNB Stadium in the third Test of the Castle Double Malt Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series. The match remained tight throughout, with the sides locked at 12-12 at half-time following tries from Kurt-Lee Arendse and a penalty try for the Springboks, while Ardie Savea crossed twice for the visitors. The result marks South Africa's first win over New Zealand at the Johannesburg venue.
South Africa 29-24 New Zealand: Springboks win third Test thriller in Johannesburg
South Africa end their FNB Stadium hoodoo against New Zealand, beating the All Blacks 29-24 in a tight third Test in Johannesburg.
Springbok Women take positives from 52-20 loss to Black Ferns ahead of European tour
Co-head coaches Laurian Johannes-Haupt and Franzel September expressed satisfaction with their side's four-try effort in a 52-20 loss to New Zealand at FNB Stadium, with the squad set to regroup in Stellenbosch on Wednesday ahead of a European tour against Wales, Italy and Spain.
Springboks and All Blacks locked at 12-12 after pulsating first half at FNB Stadium
The Springboks and All Blacks are locked at 12-12 at half-time at FNB Stadium, with Ardie Savea scoring twice for New Zealand and a Bok penalty try levelling things up after Kurt-Lee Arendse's earlier effort.
Black Ferns too strong as Springbok Women fall 52-20 in historic Soweto clash
The Black Ferns defeated the Springbok Women 52-20 at FNB Stadium in the first Test between the sides played on South African soil, running in eight tries to four despite a competitive Bok scrum and maul.
Bok Women coaches upbeat after 52-20 loss to Black Ferns
Co-coaches Laurian Johannes-Haupt and Franzel September expressed satisfaction with the Springbok Women's development after a 52-20 loss to the Black Ferns at FNB Stadium, citing four tries scored and scrum dominance as positives ahead of a European tour against Wales, Italy and Spain.
Springbok Women coaches back progress after 52-20 loss to Black Ferns
Co-coaches Laurian Johannes-Haupt and Franzel September expressed satisfaction with the Springbok Women's progress despite a 52-20 loss to the Black Ferns at FNB Stadium, citing four tries scored and strong scrum play as positives ahead of a European tour against Wales, Italy and Spain.