All Blacks Shock Springboks, Ending 12-Match Winning Streak DATELINE: Johannesburg, South Africa — August 22, 2026 LEAD In a stunning upset, the All Blacks defeated the Springboks 33-16 at Ellis Park on August 22, 2026, ending the Springboks’impressive 12-match winning streak.
The victory marked a significant upset in the historic four — test series between New Zealand and South Africa, with the All Blacks overcoming the favored Springboks, who were considered world champions at the time.
The match, which took place at the Springboks’home ground, was a pivotal encounter in the series.
New Zealand outscored South Africa five tries to one, with Will Jordan of New Zealand scoring two tries, making a significant individual contribution to the All Blacks’win. Yahoo Sports described the victory as ‘stunning,’emphasizing the unexpected nature of the win for the All Blacks.
TimesLIVE highlighted the Springboks’numerous handling errors and ill discipline as contributing factors to the All Blacks’success.
The Sunday Times mentioned the Springboks’initial advantage and the scrum as a pivotal moment in the match.
According to AP News, the All Blacks had been underdogs going into the first international of their eight — match tour but capitalized on the hosts’numerous handling errors and ill discipline for a statement victory. Will Jordan extended his run as New Zealand’s record try scorer with two tries that bookended scores from Josh Moorby, Fabian Holland, and Luke Jacobson.
Ruben Love kicked over four conversions.
The Springboks’try came from Andre Esterhuizen with three penalties and a conversion from Cheslin Kolbe. Despite their physicality and dominance in the scrum, the Springboks struggled with handling errors and were unable to convert their dominance into points.
The All Blacks, on the other hand, were clinical in their approach, capitalizing on the Springboks’mistakes.
The victory at Ellis Park marks a significant psychological blow to the Springboks, who had been on a roll.
The All Blacks’win will likely shake the confidence of the world champions and set the stage for a fierce remainder of the series.
Kicker: As the series progresses, the All Blacks will look to build on their unexpected victory and extend their lead in the four-test series.
The Springboks, however, will be looking to regroup and bounce back from the setback.
The next match in the series is set to take place in Cape Town, where both teams will be looking to secure a win and maintain their momentum.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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