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What was the score when Japan beat South Africa in the 2015 Rugby World Cup

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Japan beat South Africa 34–32 at the Brighton Community Stadium on 19 September 2015, in what is universally regarded as the greatest upset in rugby history. Japan trailed 29–32 deep into injury time before wing Karne Hesketh scored in the corner to complete a stunning comeback. The match has been known ever since as the Brighton Miracle.

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