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Springboks demolish Wales 43-0 in Nations Championship
The Springboks beat Wales 43-0 in the Nations Championship, keeping their opponents scoreless throughout.
Boks complete home Nations Championship leg with seven-try demolition of Wales
The Springboks closed the home portion of their Nations Championship campaign with a comprehensive 43-0 victory over Wales in Durban, running in seven tries to secure a third consecutive bonus-point win. The result leaves South Africa level on points with New Zealand atop the southern section, though physical dominance masked a performance marked by handling errors and inconsistency.
Springboks blank Wales again with seven-try rout in Durban
The Springboks recorded a 43-0 bonus-point victory over Wales in Durban, their third win in a row in July, with seven tries and a second successive shutout against the Welsh. Four debutants featured, with Jaco Williams and Paul de Villiers among the standouts.
Seven-try Springboks blank Wales again in Durban
The Springboks thrashed Wales in Durban for the second time in under a year, scoring seven tries to end the first half of their Nations Championship campaign on a high.
Springboks Crush Wales 43-0 as Debutants Shine in Durban Rout
The Springboks extended their winning streak to 11 matches with a comprehensive 43-0 demolition of Wales in Durban, maintaining their perfect record in the Nations Championship. Four debutants impressed in front of 40,299 spectators at Hollywoodbets Kings Park, with Jaco Williams and Vusi Moyo particularly catching the eye. Despite handling errors in slippery conditions, South Africa's set-piece dominance and clinical finishing ensured Wales never threatened.
Springboks crush Wales 43-0 in Durban to extend winning run to 11
The Springboks ran in seven tries to beat Wales 43-0 in Durban, extending their winning run to 11 consecutive Tests while maintaining a perfect Nations Championship record. Tries from Jasper Wiese, Cobus Reinach, Jesse Kriel (his third in three Tests this month), debutant Jaco Williams, Herschel Jantjies and Kurt-Lee Arendse secured a comprehensive victory in front of 40,299 at Hollywoodbets Kings Park.
Boks make it 11 in a row with dominant 43-0 demolition of Wales in Durban
The Springboks won 43-0 against Wales in Durban, their 11th consecutive Test win, scoring seven tries through Wiese, Reinach, Kriel (one), Williams, Jantjies, Arendse and one more to complete the rout, while four debutants — including flyhalf Vusi Moyo and wing Jaco Williams — all impressed on debut.
Wiese crashes over as Springboks draw first blood against Wales in Durban
Wiese scored in the fifth minute as the Springboks took an early lead against Wales in their Nations Championship Round Three match in Durban, with the visitors having won just once in 13 Tests on South African soil.
Springboks face Wales in Durban with contrasting memories of recent encounters
South Africa meet Wales at Kings Park on Saturday in the third round of the Nations Championship, with both sides carrying vivid recollections of their last two meetings. Five Springboks and six Welshmen from Wales' 13–12 victory in Bloemfontein in 2022 remain in contention, while last November's 73–0 rout in Cardiff stands as Wales' heaviest home defeat.
Springboks seek third straight Nations Championship win against Wales
The Springboks face Wales in the Nations Championship seeking a third consecutive win in the tournament.
Springboks eye Twickenham final as Stick warns of Welsh breakdown threat
Mzwandile Stick has confirmed the Springboks are targeting the Nations Championship Final at Twickenham on 29 November, while warning of Wales's breakdown and set-piece threat ahead of Saturday's Kings Park encounter. Siya Kolisi has returned to training after his hamstring issue, and no changes to the 23 are expected.
Stick and Du Toit warn against underestimating Wales ahead of Durban Test
Mzwandile Stick and Pieter-Steph du Toit have urged full respect for Wales ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship Test in Durban, acknowledging defensive and kicking deficiencies from last week while confirming four debutants — Carlu Sadie, Ruben van Heerden, Vusi Moyo and Jaco Williams — will earn their first caps.
Stick hails 'mature' Moyo and Somerset East's Williams ahead of Test debuts against Wales
Mzwandile Stick has praised uncapped debutants Vusi Moyo and Jaco Williams ahead of Saturday's Test against Wales in Durban, saying selection is driven by how players handle the Springbok system rather than URC minutes, and comparing Williams' Somerset East origins to Makazole Mapimpi's rise.
Ireland eye World Rugby summit as Springboks face Wales rankings trap
South Africa's grip on top spot in the World Rugby rankings enters precarious territory this weekend, with the Springboks unable to improve their rating against Wales yet vulnerable to a slip that could hand the summit to Ireland. Andy Farrell's side can leapfrog both New Zealand and the reigning world champions if results align in their favour across Saturday's Nations Championship fixtures.
Burger backs Moyo to thrive in Springbok debut against Wales
Former Springbok flanker Schalk Burger believes rookie fly-half Vusi Moyo will be comfortable making his Test debut against Wales in Durban on Saturday, despite minimal top-level experience. The 19-year-old has been surrounded by experienced campaigners including Cobus Reinach, Damian de Allende and Jesse Kriel.
Marx dismisses favourites tag ahead of physical Wales test at Kings Park
Malcolm Marx has dismissed the favourites tag ahead of Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Wales at Kings Park, warning of a confrontational physical battle and backing uncapped debutant Carlu Sadie, his former Lions scrumming partner, to seize his Test opportunity.
Nations Championship Round Three: Springboks host Wales in Durban as first-leg climax looms
The Springboks host Wales in Durban on Saturday, 18 July in the final round of the Nations Championship's first leg, with the north and south level at six wins apiece heading into the weekend.
Springboks risk losing top World Rugby ranking spot this weekend
South Africa's number one World Rugby ranking is under threat this weekend, with a defeat to Wales in Durban combined with a New Zealand win over Ireland by more than 15 points enough to return the All Blacks to the summit. Ireland can go as far as top spot themselves with a big win at Eden Park and a Springbok loss. Australia, meanwhile, risk dropping out of the top 10 for the first time since the rankings were introduced in 2003 if they lose heavily to Italy in Schmidt's farewell.
Moyo Set for Springbok Debut as Wales Arrive in Durban Seeking Redemption
Vusi Moyo will make his Springbok debut at flyhalf when South Africa host Wales in Saturday's Nations Championship clash at Kings Park. The 20-year-old, who has just one Sharks appearance to his name, has been guided through the week by Handré Pollard and will lead the Boks as they chase an 11th consecutive victory. Wales, still rebuilding under Steve Tandy, arrive eager to erase memories of their record 73-0 defeat in Cardiff.
Sharks speedster Jaco Williams set for Springbok debut
Sharks winger Jaco Williams is set for a Springbok debut, with highlight footage from the Sharks showcasing the speedster's attributes ahead of his first Test call-up.