US EditionPollard Steers Springboks to Victory over Wallabies
Handre Pollard scored all 15 points from kicks, helping the Springboks avenge a prior loss to Australia with a 30-22 win in a tough, wet Test match.
- On August 23, South Africa secured a 30-22 victory over Australia in their second test match of the Rugby Championship at DHL Stadium in Cape Town.
- The Springboks sought to atone for their shock 38-22 loss to Australia the previous weekend in Johannesburg.
- South Africa crossed the try line thanks to efforts from Canan Moodie, Kwagga Smith, and Eben Etzebeth, while Australia replied with tries scored by Corey Toole, Max Jorgensen, and Brandon Paenga-Amosa.
- Flyhalf Handre Pollard contributed 15 points through six accurate place kicks and commented on the challenging conditions, highlighting the team's strong performance in a demanding, physical contest.
- South Africa's win provides a solid foundation for their title defense, but they must improve in second-half performances and prepare for upcoming challenges against New Zealand.
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Pollard inspires Boks to victory over Australia
Handre Pollard put in a commanding performance at fly-half as a more pragmatic South Africa beat Australia 30-22 in their second Rugby Championship Test in wet conditions in Cape Town on Saturday to reignite the defence of their title.
Springboks bounce back to beat Wallabies
South Africa's Ox Nche runs the ball up against the Wallabies. Photo: Reuters Handre Pollard put in a commanding performance at first five as a more pragmatic South Africa beat Australia 30-22 in their second Rugby Championship test under rain in Cape Town on Saturday to reignite the defence of their title.
Good luck charm? Springbok anthem singer kicks off sweet victory
Cape Town singer Talitha Luiters brought all the feels with a powerful rendition of the national anthem at the Springboks vs Wallabies game at the DHL Stadium. After a devastating loss last week, the South African rugby team bounced back with a 30-22 victory against their rivals. NATIONAL ANTHEM SINGER DELIVERS CLASS Despite a nervous atmosphere after last week’s loss, Talitha Luiters eased tensions with a beautiful rendition of the national ant…
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