HIGHLIGHTS: 2018 TRC Rd 6: South Africa v New Zealand

HIGHLIGHTS: 2018 TRC Rd 6: South Africa v New Zealand
A thrilling finish saw New Zealand edge South Africa 32-30 in a pulsating Rugby Championship encounter. South Africa kicked two penalties for a 6-0 lead, but despite minimal territory and possession, New Zealand bounced back with two penalties of their own to level things up at 6-6 heading into the halftime break. It was all Springboks at the start of the second half, with two early tries and a penalty in-between taking them out to a 23-6 advantage. The All Blacks responded with their first try to reduce the deficit to ten points, but South Africa were in again with their third try to lead 30-13 heading into the final quarter. New Zealand hit back immediately with their second try to narrow the gap to 12 points at 30-18. The All Blacks ran in their third try with around 5 minutes to play to pull within seven points of the hosts at 30-25 and set up an intense finish. New Zealand showed what a class side they are, with a try at the death leveling things up and the resulting conversion seeing them sneak an incredible come back victory.
 
 
 

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