Springboks vs All Blacks: Redemption in Wellington

The Springboks came agonisingly close at Eden Park but fell just short, going down 24–17 in a historic clash that had everything — bruising tackles and relentless drama (like a ref with questionable neutrality). Now, the Rugby Championship moves to Sky Stadium, Wellington, this Saturday, where South Africa gets a chance at redemption.

Sportingbet has you covered with the best odds and thrilling betting markets for this weekend’s blockbuster:
New Zealand: 1.50 | South Africa: 2.50

Despite the Eden Park result, the numbers tell the story of an evenly matched battle:

• Possession: SA 52% vs NZ 48%
  

• Territory: SA 60% vs NZ 40%
  

• Carries: SA 95 vs NZ 95
  

• Metres Gained: SA 485 vs NZ 448
  

• Scrums Won: SA 6 vs NZ 4
  

• Penalties Conceded: SA 10 vs NZ 10

In almost every metric, the Springboks matched or bettered the All Blacks. The difference came down to execution in key moments — and that’s exactly what Rassie’s men will be aiming to fix in Wellington.

For New Zealand, this is about momentum. Their Eden Park win restored confidence after four straight losses to the Boks, but Wellington presents a new challenge — different ground, different weather, and a Springbok team hungry to respond.

For South Africa, this is about redemption. The Boks know they let opportunities slip in Auckland. Their power at the set-piece, especially the scrum dominance in the second half, showed they can break the All Blacks wide open. Expect them to come out firing, physically and tactically.

1. The Battle Up Front
The Springboks’ scrum dominance at Eden Park will be a massive confidence boost. With Ox Nche, Malcolm Marx, and Thomas du Toit leading the charge, expect South Africa to target New Zealand’s pack early.

2. Kolisi’s Leadership
While Siya Kolisi played limited minutes last weekend, his presence remains pivotal. His ability to rally the team and control the breakdown will be central to the Boks’ game plan.

3. The Backline Question
New Zealand’s backline looked sharper with Emoni Narawa early on, but with his injury ruling him out of Wellington, Razor Robertson may opt for Leroy Carter or Leicester Fainga’anuku to inject speed and unpredictability. The Springboks, meanwhile, will look to Cheslin Kolbe, Grant Williams and Canan Moodie to exploit any defensive lapses.

4. Wellington Weather & Pressure
Eden Park has always been New Zealand’s fortress, but Sky Stadium is a different story. The Wellington crowd will be loud, but history shows the Boks tend to thrive when their backs are against the wall.

Sportingbet has the best markets for Saturday’s showdown:

• Match Winner → Will the All Blacks keep momentum or will the Boks bite back?
  

• Handicap Betting → Perfect for a match expected to be decided by fine margins.
  

• First Try Scorer → Back game-changers like Cheslin Kolbe to break the deadlock.
  

With odds of New Zealand 1.50 and South Africa 2.50, there’s real betting value on the Boks this weekend.

Make no mistake: the Boks believe they can win this. Rassie knows that Eden Park slipped away, and the players will arrive in Wellington with one mission — prove they’re still the best team in the world.

For the All Blacks, this is about consolidation. Back-to-back wins over the reigning world champions would send a message ahead of the Rugby Championship run-in.

One thing is certain: expect a brutal, high-intensity clash where every carry, tackle, and turnover could decide the outcome.

This isn’t just another Rugby Championship — it’s Springboks vs All Blacks at their fiercest. At Sportingbet, we bring you competitive odds, exclusive markets, and live betting for rugby’s greatest rivalry.

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