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South Africa beats All Blacks in rugby
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The gist
South Africa beat New Zealand 33-26 in Cape Town to level the four-Test series.
The win sets up a decider in Soweto, with the series tied at 1-1.
Background
South Africa and New Zealand are playing a four-Test series in 2026. After losing the first Test 33-16 in Johannesburg, the Springboks bounced back with a 33-26 win in Cape Town. The series is now level at 1-1, with the next Test in Soweto acting as a decider.
How it unfolded
- Aug 29, 2026South Africa beat New Zealand 33-26 in the second Test at Cape Town Stadium, leveling the series at 1-1.
- Sep 4, 2026Captain Siya Kolisi urges the team to channel the spirit of Soweto ahead of the third Test, referencing the 1976 Soweto Uprising.
- recentlyThe third Test is set to be played at FNB Stadium in Soweto, with the series tied and a fourth Test scheduled in Baltimore.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- South Africa captain Siya Kolisi praised the coaches' plans and said the team took their opportunities this week.
- Analysts
- Some analysts point to the high ball as an 'Achilles heel' for the All Blacks in the defeat.