Springboks Beat All Blacks 33-26 to Level Rugby Series

CAPE TOWN, South Africa — South Africa defeated New Zealand 33-26 in Cape Town to level their four-match rugby series.

The victory also handed New Zealand its first defeat of 2026.

The Springboks produced a strong performance in front of their home supporters and held off a late challenge from the All Blacks.

The result gives South Africa renewed confidence ahead of the remaining matches in the series.

The encounter once again showed why the South Africa-New Zealand rivalry remains one of the biggest contests in international rugby.