Though New Zealand were in control for three quarters of the match, the Springboks reeled off an incredible come-from-behind victory to run out 31-27 winners.
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus praised both his side and New Zealand for the spectacle they produced in their Rugby Championship clash at Ellis Park on Saturday. Picture: Michael Sherman/IOL Sport
Erasmus cut a particularly jubilant figure after the match and in his inimitable way with words, managed to praise both sides for the spectacle they produced in front of a packed house in the heart of Johannesburg. The contributions of some of the elder statesmen in the Springbok squad like Willie le Roux and Handre Pollard helped immensely, revealed Erasmus.
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