South Africa's Thrilling Comeback Against New Zealand at Ellis Park

South Africa mounted a thrilling comeback from a 10-point deficit to defeat New Zealand 31-27 in an intense Rugby Championship match at Ellis Park. The boot of new Springbok flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu was decisive in the victory, as the hosts scored two late tries to clinch the win.

In a gripping Rugby Championship encounter at Ellis Park, South Africa overcame a 10-point deficit to edge New Zealand 31-27. The game, characterized by its high intensity, was reminiscent of last year's World Cup final.

The All Blacks outscored the Springboks with four tries to three, but the accurate kicking of Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, who contributed 16 points, proved to be the game-changer. Noteworthy tries came from Bongi Mbonambi, Kwagga Smith, and Grant Williams for the home team, while Caleb Clarke, Codie Taylor, and Jordie Barrett scored for the visitors.

A pivotal moment came when Ofa Tu'ungafasi received a yellow card in the 68th minute, leading to a South African resurgence. The Springboks capitalized on this advantage, with Smith and Williams securing late tries to seal the win. With this triumph, South Africa recorded a third victory in the southern hemisphere championship and look ahead to hosting New Zealand in Cape Town next Saturday.

(With inputs from agencies.)