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South Africa scores 5 tries in record 35-7 win over the All Blacks

South Africa scores 5 tries in record 35-7 win over the All Blacks

By Rashika Kumar
26/08/2023
[Image: bbcsports]

World champions Springboks has secured their biggest-ever win over New Zealand as they have thrashed the All Blacks 35-7 in a Rugby World Cup warm-up match at a sold-out Twickenham Stadium.

Zealand lock Scott Barrett was sent off in first half for two yellow cards.

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi and wing Kurt-Lee Arendse scored a try each to secure a 14-0 half time lead.

Forwards Malcolm Marx, Bongi Mbonambi and Kwagga Smith also scored a try each in the second half.

All Blacks’ Cam Roigard scored a consolation try for the All Blacks in the 71st minute.

This is both teams' final game before the Rugby World Cup which starts in two weeks.

Meanwhile, FIJI Water Flying Fijians will take on England at 2.15am at Twickenham tomorrow.

[Source: BBCSports]


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