Richard Dean
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Updated on: October 8, 2024 12:43 pm GMT
Match Summary
Match: South Africa vs. New Zealand
Date: September 7, 2024
Venue: DHL Stadium, Cape Town
Competition: Rugby Championship 2024
Key Events
- 1′: The match kicks off with South Africa’s Siya Kolisi forcing an early mistake from the All Blacks, leading to a penalty.
- 6′: The All Blacks give away a penalty due to a high tackle, allowing South Africa some relief from pressure.
- 9′: Handre Pollard’s kicking puts South Africa in good territory, but their lineout misfires for the second time.
- 11′: Jasper Wiese wins a crucial steal ten meters from their try line, showcasing South Africa’s defensive resilience.
- 13′: South Africa’s Jasper Wiese receives a yellow card for taking Cortez Ratima out off the ball, leading to a penalty for the All Blacks.
- 15′: Sevu Reece is yellow-carded for a dangerous play against Willie le Roux.
- 15′: Damian McKenzie converts a penalty goal for New Zealand. Score: All Blacks 3 – 0 Springboks
- Halftime: The All Blacks lead but the game remains tight, with no tries scored. Both teams struggle but display strong defenses.
- Notable Plays: South Africa’s Ox Nche makes impressive runs, while Cheslin Kolbe almost breaks through the All Blacks’ defense.
Current Standings and Context
- New Zealand is trying to bounce back after a close loss to South Africa last weekend (27-31) and aims to reclaim momentum in the tournament.
- The Springboks are riding high, having experienced a series of victories, including their recent win over the All Blacks.
Rugby Championship Insights
- The match is part of the fierce rivalry for the Freedom Cup, awarded to the winner of the encounters between South Africa and New Zealand in the Rugby Championship.
- Historically, the All Blacks have dominated this fixture, but South Africa is aiming for their first title win since 2010.
Broadcast Information
- The match will be available for live viewing on platforms such as FloRugby (USA), Sky Sports (UK), and SuperSport (South Africa), with various countries providing free streaming options via NZR+.
Future Outlook
- The host Springboks need to maintain their momentum and leverage their home advantage.
- The All Blacks must capitalize on any scoring opportunities and strengthen their game execution to secure the victory and the Freedom Cup.
Conclusion
Both teams have played really hard and shown great skills. This sets up an exciting second half in the Rugby Championship match!
