In a gripping encounter on Saturday, the Springboks delivered a remarkable performance to secure a second win over New Zealand.
They clinched an 18-12 victory at their home ground in Cape Town, showcasing their strength in the Rugby Championship.
Springboks Strengthen Their Lead
With just two rounds remaining in the competition, the Springboks have widened their lead at the top of the rankings.
Their advantage over Ireland has now grown to 1.46 points.
Meanwhile, New Zealand’s All Blacks have dropped to third place with a revised rating of 88.25.
Australia Faces a Tough Defeat
Australia faced a significant setback as they fell to Argentina with a staggering 67-27 loss in their fourth-round match of The Rugby Championship.
This defeat marked the most points the Wallabies have ever conceded in a test match, and their second-largest defeat in history.
The record remains a 45-point margin from 2008 when South Africa beat them 53-8.
Argentina’s Los Pumas dominated the game, scoring nine tries, including seven in a second half where they amassed 50 points.
This was despite Australia initially leading 20-3.
The loss resulted in Australia’s rating dropping by 0.92 points, placing them ninth with a new total of 79.78, just behind Italy.
Argentina’s Rise in the Rankings
Conversely, Argentina saw a significant boost in their rating, climbing to 82.49 points.
They are now just a fraction behind Scotland, who are in sixth place.
The win over Australia has clearly solidified their position in the rankings.
Fiji and Japan Maintain Their Positions
In the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2024, both Fiji and Japan emerged victorious against Tonga and the USA, respectively.
However, these wins did not alter their rankings, with Fiji staying in 10th place and Japan in 14th.
What Lies Ahead for the Springboks?
The Springboks are set to enjoy a brief break before gearing up for their upcoming Test against Los Pumas in Argentina in two weeks.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, who played through a broken nose, reflected on the significance of the victory and the Freedom Cup.
He emphasized the importance of the win and the trust shown by the coach.
“This was a crucial game for us, almost like a final after the Rugby World Cup,” Kolisi said.
“We didn’t start well, but we made the necessary adjustments at halftime, and it paid off.”
The Springboks are excited about their achievement and are ready to continue their strong performance as they prepare for their next challenge.
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