Blast from the past: Porta single-handedly slays the Springboks

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Today in SA sport history: April 3

1982 — The Springboks, a week after smashing a South American team 50-18, are stunned to a 12-21 defeat in the second Test in Bloemfontein. Argentina flyhalf Hugo Porta scored all the points for the visitors — a try, a conversion, four penalties and a drop.

Danie Gerber scored SA’s only try with Naas Botha nailing the conversion and adding two penalties...You’ve always trusted us to help you navigate the world. Support the Sunday Times by becoming a premium member for only R80 and keep the conversation going. You can cancel anytime.

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