Springboks fight back to edge All Blacks in FNB Stadium thriller: Three takeaways
The Springboks take a 2-1 lead in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series into the final Test in Baltimore, USA.
In a thrilling encounter at the FNB Stadium, the Springboks staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the All Blacks and secure a 29-24 victory in the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series. The match saw both teams grapple with significant injuries, with Springbok player Cheslin Kolbe exiting early due to a head injury and All Blacks captain Ardie Savea leaving the field with a shoulder issue.
The Springboks' scrum was pivotal, with their performance improving dramatically at the FNB Stadium under the watchful eye of referee Nika Amashukeli. Early in the game, the All Blacks took the lead but the Springboks responded each time they were down, with the Boks hitting the front for the first time in the 59th minute and extending their lead to 29-17.
The win gives the Springboks a 2-1 series lead, ensuring they cannot lose the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series, with the final Test set for the following weekend in Baltimore, USA.
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