But the Wallabies scored 38 unanswered points for their first win in South Africa in over a decade and their first victory at Ellis Park in 62 years. South Africa lost the second half 33-0, at home and at altitude. South Africa's Cheslin Kolbe dives in to score a try during the Rugby Championship Test match between New Zealand and South Africa in Wellington in September. Compared to Wellington, this was old-school South Africa. South Africa have now arrived in Dublin believing, more than ever, that the world is against them.

Source: The Irish Times November 18, 2025 10:03 UTC