South Africa defeats New Zealand to square the four-Test series
ESPN Rugby • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 5:32 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
South Africa secured a 33-26 victory over New Zealand at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday. This result hands New Zealand its first defeat of the year and brings the current four-Test series to a 1-1 tie. The win provides a significant boost for South Africa after facing pressure in the opening matches of the contest. Both sides now look toward the remainder of the series with the scoreline level. The victory was finalized at Cape Town Stadium as the Springboks prevented the visiting team from maintaining their undefeated record.
- •South Africa won 33-26 at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.
- •The result brings the four-Test series to a 1-1 tie.
- •The defeat marks the first time New Zealand has lost this year.
- 6:12 PMESPN Rugby — Springboks square series with Cape Town victory
"Desperate South Africa gave New Zealand its first defeat of the year by 33-26 and evened their four-Test series at 1-1 at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.
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