South Africa’s Springboks have finished the Greatest Rivalry Tour in style after defeating the All Blacks 43-28 in a thrilling final Test in Baltimore.
In a bruising contest between two of international rugby’s biggest rivals, the Springboks produced a powerful display to claim a convincing victory and finish the series 3-1.
South Africa crossed the try line six times, with Damian de Allende leading the way with two tries.
Morné van den Berg, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Kurt-Lee Arendse and Cameron Hanekom also found the try line as the Springboks eventually pulled away from their New Zealand opponents.
The All Blacks battled throughout the contest, but South Africa’s intensity and attacking threat proved decisive as the match progressed.
The Springboks’ performance in Baltimore provided a fitting conclusion to an extraordinary tour and gave the South African supporters plenty to celebrate.
The 43-28 victory not only secured another important win over their traditional rivals but also added another memorable chapter to one of rugby’s greatest rivalries.
South Africa can now look back on the tour with pride after finishing on top against the All Blacks.
It was a statement performance from the Springboks when it mattered most.
Final score: South Africa 43-28 New Zealand
Series: South Africa win 3-1
What a way for the Springboks to bring the Greatest Rivalry Tour to an end.
A proud moment for South African rugby. What a performance!