WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The second test between New Zealand and South Africa on Saturday may play a major part in deciding the outcome of this year’s Rugby Championship.
After losing to the All Blacks 24-17 last weekend , the Springboks are one win behind New Zealand and Australia in the standings.
If New Zealand wins in Wellington and Australia beats Argentina in Sydney , the Championship may hinge on the two Bledisloe Cup tests between the All Blacks and Wallabies.
Springbok strategems
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has responded to last week’s loss to New Zealand by making seven changes to his starting lineup, five in the backline.
Erasmus has selected new halves and midfield combinations as he tries to spark the Springboks attack which was disorganized last week