Argentina's Epic Comeback Stuns Australia in Record-Setting Rugby Championship

Argentina overcame a 17-point deficit to defeat Australia 67-27 in a Rugby Championship clash, their biggest win in the tournament. The match saw multiple players scoring, with highlights including Juan Cruz Mallia and Joaquin Oviedo each scoring two tries. This game marked Australia's highest points conceded in a test match since 1997.

Argentina fought back from a 17-point deficit to score nine tries and hand Australia a record 67-27 defeat in an action-packed Rugby Championship clash on Saturday. The thrilling match provided more than a point per minute.

Australia had taken a commanding 20-3 lead after 30 minutes, but the home side roared back, scoring 38 unanswered points to the delight of a sellout crowd in Santa Fe. They continued their dominance to secure their largest victory in the Rugby Championship.

Fullback Juan Cruz Mallia and substitute loose forward Joaquin Oviedo both scored two tries each. Other try-scorers included Mateo Carreras, Juan Martin Gonzalez, Pablo Matera, Lucio Cinti, and captain Julian Montoya, who celebrated his 100th appearance for the Pumas. This defeat marked a record number of points conceded by Australia, surpassing their previous high of over 60 points in a test match against South Africa in 1997.

(With inputs from agencies.)