The Springboks and All Blacks prepare for their 112th Test match on Saturday, 29 August at Cape Town Stadium. Kick-off is set for 17:10 SAST.
The rivalry stretches back 105 years to their first encounter on 13 August 1921 in Dunedin. New Zealand holds a 1-0 lead in the four-match ‘Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry’ series following a 33-16 victory at Ellis Park.
SPRINGBOKS VS ALL BLACKS: ALL-TIME HEAD-TO-HEAD SUMMARY
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│ Total Tests Played: 111 │
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│ All Blacks Wins │ 64 │
│ Springboks Wins │ 43 │
│ Draws │ 4 │
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│ Total Points Scored │ NZ 2,302 | SA 1,866 │
│ Average Test Score │ 21 - 17 (New Zealand) │
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Detailed Record Breakdown
- Overall History (1921–Present): New Zealand holds the overall advantage with 64 victories compared to South Africa’s 43, alongside 4 draws.
- Post-Isolation Era (1992–Present): In 74 Tests played since South Africa returned to international rugby, New Zealand has won 49, South Africa 23, with 2 draws.
- Recent Form (Past 5 Years): The Springboks hold a recent edge over the Kiwis, winning 7 of their last 12 meetings.
