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Springboks bounce back to beat All Blacks 33-26 and level series

The two teams now move back to Johannesburg for the third test at the FNB Stadium next weekend.

Springboks bounce back to beat All Blacks 33-26 and level series

The Springboks have made a remarkable comeback in their ongoing series against the All Blacks, defeating the New Zealand team 33-26 in Cape Town to level the four-match series. Despite conceding four tries, the home nation showed significant improvement, with wing Cheslin Kolbe achieving a 100% success rate off the kicking tee and contributing four penalties.

The match saw the Boks lead 24-14 at halftime, and they managed to score three tries in a much stronger performance. The teams are set to continue their rivalry in Johannesburg for the third test at the FNB Stadium next weekend.

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