Jesse Kriel scored the opener for the Springboks against the All Blacks.
The Springboks revived their Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry campaign in thrilling fashion at DHL Stadium, delivering a clinical 33–26 victory over the All Blacks to draw level at 1–1 in the four-match series.
Bouncing back from their frustrating defeat at Ellis Park, South Africa combined early physical intensity with sharp tactical innovation to wrestle control away from the visitors, setting up a tantalising third Test in Soweto.
From bold coaching gambits and individual masterclasses off the tee to crucial breakdown dominance, here are the five major takeaways from a memorable night in Cape Town.
Siya Kolisi’s return to the back row provided the physical muscle and ruck authority on attack the Springboks sorely missed at Ellis Park. His presence neutralised New Zealand’s disruptive breakdown tactics, giving the hosts cleaner ball and a far sturdier platform.
