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The New Zealand All Blacks upset the No.1-ranked Springboks 33-16 at Ellis Park, with Will Jordan scoring twice to reach 53 career tries. NZ seized momentum after Marco van Staden’s yellow card and sealed the win with a late 50/22 by Quinn Tupaea, erasing a halftime 13-12 SA lead and pulling away in the final minutes.
South Africa hammered Wales 43-0 in Durban, scoring seven tries by Wiese, Reinach, Kriel, Williams, Jantjies, Arendse and de Villiers to claim a bonus point; the result extends SA’s winning run and keeps them top of the world rankings, while Wales offered little in attack and could not score.
Australia achieved their first Test win against South Africa on South African soil since 2012, overcoming a poor second half performance by capitalizing on South Africa's errors and transition play, with standout performances from James O’Connor, Joseph Suaalii, and Fraser McReight, while South Africa struggled with their tackle rate, set-piece accuracy, and tactical choices.
The Springboks delivered a dominant 45-0 victory over Italy, showcasing innovative tactics and physicality, despite a red card for Jasper Wiese and some discipline issues. The match highlighted the team's strategic risks, such as unconventional lineouts and attacking from set-pieces, and celebrated Willie Le Roux’s milestone, while also noting frustrations over slow starts and penalties. Overall, the Springboks demonstrated their strength and adaptability ahead of future matches.