🏉 South Africa beat New Zealand 43–28

South Africa 43 – 28 New Zealand

South Africa secured a commanding Nations Championship victory over New Zealand with a 43-28 triumph, displaying impressive attacking prowess and defensive resilience throughout the encounter. The Springboks made a strong start with early points before New Zealand struck back through Codie Taylor's try to edge ahead briefly. However, South Africa's backline ignited with tries from Damian de Allende and Morne van den Berg to establish a 17-7 lead by the midway point, though the All Blacks fought back with Will Jordan's effort to narrow the gap before halftime.

The second half saw South Africa take control emphatically. De Allende crossed again early after the break, followed by powerful finishes from Pieter-Steph du Toit and Kurt-Lee Arendse as the Springboks built momentum. Cameron Hanekom added another try to extend their dominance, and despite New Zealand's late resurgence with Ethan Blackadder and Beauden Barrett scoring tries, South Africa's attacking intensity proved too much to overcome. The visitors never threatened a comeback despite their late points, with the Springboks executing their game plan with clinical efficiency.

Scorers

South Africa: Tries — Cameron Hanekom, Kurt-Lee Arendse, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Damian de Allende (2), Morne van den Berg. Conversions — Manie Libbok (2), Morne van den Berg, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu (2). Penalties — Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu.
New Zealand: Tries — Beauden Barrett, Ethan Blackadder, Will Jordan, Codie Taylor. Conversions — Damian McKenzie (4).

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