The South Africa took the third test against the All Blacks 29-24 in Johannesburg. The game was tied at halftime, but a strong second half from South Africa powered the win.
Ardie Savea scored two tries in the first half, but left with an injury towards the end of the first 40 minutes which changed momentum in the game.
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South Africa now has a 2-1 series lead in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry. The series heads to America, where M&T Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland will host the fourth and final test.
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5:05 PM
South Africa 29, New Zealand 24 | Game Is Over
Springboks Win 29-24 Against All Blacks
A furious second half from the Springboks powers a win over the All Blacks. South Africa now leads the series 2-1, before the fourth test heads to Baltimore, Maryland next weekend. Ultimately, the loss of captain Ardie Savea towards the end of the first half changed momentum for the All Blacks, who conceded three tries in the last 40 minutes.
5:04 PM
South Africa 29, New Zealand 24 | 80'
New Zealand Scores The Try, But Too Little Too Late
The All Blacks score a fourth try behind Samisoni Taukei'aho and the conversion after is good, but the game is over in Johannesburg.
5:00 PM
South Africa 29, New Zealand 17 | 78'
Springboks Moments Away From Victory
South Africa has controlled the ball between power and a fast pace as the clock continues to tick towards 80 minutes in Johannesburg. The Springboks are moments away from taking a 2-1 lead in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry.
4:52 PM
South Africa 29, New Zealand 17 | 71'
The Penalty Kick Is Good From South Africa
The lead continues to grow for the Springboks after the penalty goal from Sacha Feinberg is right down the middle. The lead grows to 12 points for South Africa and the All Blacks need a response soon to stay in the match.
4:46 PM
South Africa 26, New Zealand 17 | 66'
Malcolm Marx Gives The Springboks Another Try
A stunning display of power from Malcolm Marx and the Springboks leads to another try for South Africa. The conversion is good from Sacha Feinberg after the try and the Springboks completely turn momentum in the match, leading by nine points.
4:37 PM
South Africa 19, New Zealand 17 | 58'
The Springboks Strike Right Back Moments Later With A Try
Jesse Kriel gets the job done for the Springboks who strike back immediately after conceding a try. The conversion from Sacha Feinberg is good, and South Africa leads for the first time in the match.
4:35 PM
South Africa 12, New Zealand 17 | '55
Will Jordan Puts New Zealand Back In Front
Will Jordan scores the third All Blacks try of the game off the assist from Leroy Carter to give New Zealand the lead. The conversion from Ruben Love goes wide yet again, and the lead remains at five points for the All Blacks.
4:33 PM
South Africa 12, New Zealand 12 | 53'
Ruben Love Misses Penalty, Game Stays Even
The penalty kick from Ruben Love goes wide right, and the All Blacks miss an opportunity to retake the lead. 13 minutes into the second half from FNB Stadium and New Zealand and South Africa remains tied at 12.
4:23 PM
South Africa 12, New Zealand 12 | 43'
Both Squads Make Substitutions
The Springboks bring in Morne van den Berg in place of Cobus Reinach. The All Blacks bring in Anton Lienert-Brown, Fletcher Newell and Xavier Numia in place of Quinn Tupaea, Tyrel Lomax and George Bower.
4:17 PM
South Africa 12, New Zealand 12 | 40'
Second Half Is Underway
The Springboks will kickoff to the All Blacks to start the second half of play in Johannesburg. Rugby fans are in store for an exciting second half of the contest.
4:01 PM
South Africa 12, New Zealand 12 | Halftime
Springboks, All Blacks Even Going Into Halftime
We have an even and fast-paced match at the halfway point in Johannesburg.
NOTABLE MOMENTS
- All Blacks: Ardie Savea Try 10'
- Springboks: Kurt-Lee Arendse Try 20'
- All Blacks: Ardie Savea Try 25'
- Springboks: Penalty Try 36'
3:57 PM
South Africa 12, New Zealand 12 | 36'
Penalty Try Evens Up The Game In FNB Stadium
A penalty try ties up the game just as Ruben Love is sent off at 12 points. We have an even game as halftime approaches.
3:55 PM
South Africa 5, New Zealand 12 | 36'
Ruben Love Sent To Sin Bin
All Blacks Ruben Love is issued a yellow card and sent off to the sin bin. The All Blacks are down to 14 players with just over three minutes left in the half.
3:46 PM
South Africa 5, New Zealand 12 | 30'
INJURY UPDATE: Ardie Savea Exits Match With Apparent Injury
All Blacks captain Ardie Savea is helped off the pitch while holding the side of his torso. It appears that could be it for the man with two tries in the first half.
3:40 PM
South Africa 5, New Zealand 12 | 26'
Ardie Savea Does It Again! Scores Second Try For All Blacks
The All Blacks captain makes it two tries for New Zealand and himself.Savea scoops up the ball and dives into the try zone to increase the All Blacks lead. The conversion from Ruben Love is no good and New Zealand leads by seven points.
3:35 PM
South Africa 5, New Zealand 7 | 20'
Springboks Score Their First Try, Even Up The Try Count
Kurt-Lee Arendse ties up the try count with the Springboks first try of the game. However, the conversion after the score is no good, and the All Blacks still lead as we pass the 20 minute mark in the first half of play from FNB Stadium.
3:32 PM
South Africa 0, New Zealand 7 | 18'
INJURY UPDATE: Springboks Announce Cheslin Kolbe Will Not Return
Cheslin Kolbe left the pitch with a head injury assessment. The Springboks announced that he will not be returning to the match.
3:25 PM
South Africa 0, New Zealand 7 | 10'
All Blacks Strike First In FNB Stadium
New Zealand All Blacks immediately take advantage of being a man-up and Ardie Savea dives into the try zone to give the first try of the game to the All Blacks. The conversion is good and New Zealand has a quick seven point lead.
3:23 PM
South Africa 0, New Zealand 0 | 9'
Deliberate Knock-On Sends Springbok To The Sin Bin
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is sent off to the sin bin after being called for a deliberate knock-on, giving the All Blacks a man advantage for 10 minutes.
3:20 PM
South Africa 0, New Zealand 0 | 7'
Cheslin Kolbe Saves The Day For The Springboks
Will Jordan maneuvers through the Springboks defense and nearly breaks through to score the first try of the match, but Cheslin Kolbe picks up the ball just before Jordan can recover his kick to keep the match at 0 for both.
3:11 PM
South Africa 0, New Zealand 0 | 0'
The Game Is Live!
We are officially underway from FNB Stadium.
3:05 PM
Springboks vs. All Blacks
Nearly Kickoff In Johannesburg
Both national anthems are being sung, as kickoff for the third test between the Springboks and All Blacks is just moments away in FNB Stadium.
3:04 PM
Springboks Lineup
South Africa Springboks Lineup vs. All Blacks
Starting XV
- 1. Ox Nche
- 2. Malcolm Marx
- 3. Wilco Louw
- 4. Eben Etzebeth
- 5. Ruan Nortje
- 6. Siya Kolisi (C)
- 7. Pieter-Steph du Toit
- 8. Jasper Wiese
- 9. Cobus Reinach
- 10. Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu
- 11. Ethan Hooker
- 12. Damian de Allende
- 13. Jesse Kriel
- 14. Kurt-Lee Arendse
- 15. Cheslin Kolbe
Replacements
- Deon Fourie
- Gerhard Steenekamp
- Thomas du Toit
- Lood de Jager
- Andre Esterhuizen
3:00 PM
All Blacks Lineup
New Zealand All Blacks Lineup vs. Springboks
Starting XV
- 1. George Bower
- 2. Asafo Aumua
- 3. Tyrel Lomax
- 4. Tupou Vaa’i
- 5. Sam Darry
- 6. Peter Lakai
- 7. Luke Jacobson
- 8. Ardie Savea (C)
- 9. Cam Roigard
- 10. Ruben Love
- 11. Leroy Carter
- 12. Jordie Barrett
- 13. Quinn Tupaea
- 14. Will Jordan
- 15. Damian McKenzie
Replacements
- Samisoni Taukei’aho
- Xavier Numia
- Fletcher Newell
- Fabian Holland
- Wallace Sititi
- Kyle Preston
- Anton Lienert-Brown
- Josh Moorby
2:53 PM
Springboks vs. All Blacks
South Africa Rugby vs. New Zealand Set For Third Test From FNB Stadium In Johannesburg
Rugby's Greatest Rivalry is tied at one match apiece, with the All Blacks striking first in Johannesburg, before the Springboks responded in Cape Town. This is the last test in Johannesburg before the series heads to Baltimore, Maryland for the fourth and final test. Kickoff today is scheduled for 11:10 a.m. ET. Rugby fans are in for a treat between the two top international rugby teams in the world.
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