South Africa levels series with New Zealand after hard-fought Test
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 6:08 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
South Africa defeated New Zealand 33-26 in Cape Town, leveling the Test series at 1-1. The Springboks showcased a strong first half, leading 24-14 at halftime with tries from Jesse Kriel, Damian de Allende, and Siya Kolisi. New Zealand scored four tries but struggled to keep pace, with their last effort coming too late. The final moments saw South Africa secure the win with a critical turnover by Cameron Hanekom. The series continues next week in Johannesburg.
- •South Africa scores three tries to New Zealand's four.
- •Cheslin Kolbe contributes 18 points for South Africa.
- •South Africa leads 24-14 at halftime.
- •New Zealand scores late but falls short.
- •Third Test scheduled for next Saturday in Soweto.
- 6:10 PMYahoo Sports — South Africa hold off All Blacks fightback to level series
- 6:08 PMBBC Sport — South Africa hold off All Blacks fightback to level series
"World champions South Africa deliver a powerful first-half performance as they edge past New Zealand and level 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry' series at 1-1.
"World champions South Africa deliver a powerful first-half performance as they edge past New Zealand and level 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry' series at 1-1.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 6:10 PMSouth Africa hold off All Blacks fightback to level series
World champions South Africa deliver a powerful first-half performance as they edge past New Zealand and level 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry' series at 1-1.
- BBC SportAug 29, 2026, 6:08 PMSouth Africa hold off All Blacks fightback to level series
World champions South Africa deliver a powerful first-half performance as they edge past New Zealand and level 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry' series at 1-1.
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