Balti-maul - Springboks win series 3-1 over All Blacks after US victory
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The South African Springboks defeated the New Zealand All Blacks 43-28 in Baltimore to win their four-match series 3-1. This victory solidifies the Springboks' status as the world's top rugby team heading into the 2027 World Cup cycle.
Why it matters
The series win confirms the Springboks' dominance in international rugby and sets the stage for future rivalries in the upcoming World Cup.
The Springboks beat the All Blacks 43-28 (halftime 17-14) in the fourth Test of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series in Baltimore, Maryland on Sunday.
13 Sep 2026 Springbok captain Siya Kolisi lifts the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry trophy after the 43-28 victory over the All Blacks at M&T Bank Stadium on 12 September 2026 in Baltimore, Maryland. () Dive Deeper Speed Read Summary Listen Dive Deeper The Springboks have now won everything there is to win. They are undoubtedly the best team in the world, but they were pushed to the edge in four pulsating clashes against their old rivals, New Zealand.
The Boks’ 43-28 win in Baltimore, Maryland was the most one-sided of the four clashes, with the final score perhaps flattering the All Blacks thanks to a last-minute try from replacement back Beauden Barrett.
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