Erasmus vows Springboks can still win series after Ellis Park rout by All Blacks

The New Zealand All Blacks defeated the South African Springboks 33-16 at Ellis Park on Saturday, ending the Springboks' 12-test winning streak. Although South Africa held a 13-12 lead at halftime, the team struggled with accuracy and decision-making in the second half, allowing New Zealand to secure its largest-ever victory at the venue.

Following the loss, Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus expressed confidence that the series remains winnable, citing historical performance as evidence that the team can recover. The match served as the opening test in the ongoing rivalry series between the two nations.