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South Africa Beats New Zealand 43-10, Inflicting the All Blacks' Heaviest Test Loss
South Africa dominated the match, scoring six tries while New Zealand suffered multiple injuries, leading to their heaviest loss in Wellington's Rugby Championship history.
- South Africa defeated New Zealand 43-10 in a Rugby Championship match at Wellington on Saturday, handing the All Blacks their heaviest test defeat.
- The Springboks avenged a prior loss to the All Blacks and reclaimed the number one world ranking by dominating possession, territory, and physical play.
- Cheslin Kolbe scored two tries, including a key intercept, and Andre Esterhuizen’s precise pass set up Kolbe’s second try as South Africa pressured New Zealand throughout.
- The Springboks crossed the try line six times compared to the All Blacks' single try, increasing their advantage to 29-10 with ten minutes left, and successfully defended the Freedom Cup in a fiercely contested match marked by numerous injuries and intense play.
- The win bolstered South Africa’s Rugby Championship hopes as all four teams hold 2-2 records, with two rounds remaining and New Zealand facing questions about their progress under coach Scott Robertson.
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