Springboks target ‘final 10 minutes’ for big improvement in Baltimore Test
Having been outscored by the All Blacks in the last 10 minutes of each of the first three Tests, the Springboks want to finish more strongly in the fourth and final Test.
In the upcoming fourth and final Test between the Springboks and the All Blacks in Baltimore, USA, South Africa's national rugby team is targeting a significant improvement in the final 10 minutes of play. Over the first three Tests, New Zealand outscored the Boks 21 points to three in those crucial minutes, and coach Rassie Erasmus is determined to see that trend change.
In the first Test, the All Blacks capitalized on a late converted try in the final 10 minutes to secure a comfortable lead. In the second Test, a late New Zealand try made for a tense finish as they pulled within seven points, and in the third Test, the Boks led by 12 points before the All Blacks scored a consolation try. Now with the series still in contention, the Boks will aim to maintain a lead into the final 10 minutes of this match.
Erasmus acknowledged that the team has struggled with consistency in the closing stages of recent games, but he is confident in New Zealand's depth and Dave Rennie's coaching ability. The injury to All Blacks captain Ardie Savea, who suffered a shoulder injury in the last match, presents a challenge for the Boks, but Erasmus believes they will find a suitable replacement.
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