How New Zealand’s media reacted

7 September 2026
Springbok rugby fans
Monday, September 7, 2026 · TLDR
Planet Rugby

How New Zealand’s media reacted to All Blacks' defeat to Springboks as departure of 'inspirational captain' and scrum woes identified as key reasons for loss

New Zealand media attributed the All Blacks' loss to the Springboks to the captain's departure and scrum difficulties.

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Planet Rugby

World Rugby rankings: Springboks hold onto top spot as All Blacks gap grows

The Springboks maintain their position at the top of the World Rugby rankings whilst the All Blacks' gap widens.

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sundayworld.co.za

Thank you, Rassie, Springboks and Siya

A message of gratitude was expressed to Rassie Erasmus, the Springboks and Siya Kolisi.

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Flashscore.co.za

All Blacks suffer another injury setback after bruising Soweto showdown with Springboks

The All Blacks sustained further injury problems following their match against the Springboks in Soweto.

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Rugby365

Six more players head home as All Blacks confirm squad for Baltimore

Six additional All Blacks players have been sent home as the squad for Baltimore is confirmed.

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TimesLIVE

Springboks were inspired by their Soweto fans, says Siya Kolisi

Siya Kolisi stated that the Springboks drew inspiration from their supporters at the Soweto venue.

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Ruck.co.uk

Six Springboks ruled out of final All Blacks Test as Rassie Erasmus confirms injury update

Rassie Erasmus confirmed that six Springboks players will be unavailable for the final All Blacks Test due to injuries.

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springbokfans.com

Springbok team to face New Zealand — Saturday 29 August

Erasmus selected the Springbok team for Saturday's match against New Zealand, naming Feinberg-Mngomezulu at fly-half and Willemse at fullback.

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