New Zealand defeats South Africa 33-16 in first Test match

The All Blacks outscored the Springboks five tries to one. South Africa led 13-12 at halftime but was dominated in the second half, finishing the match with 13 players after Marco van Staden and Cobus Reinach received yellow cards. Will Jordan scored two tries for New Zealand, with Josh Moorby, Fabian Holland, and Luke Jacobsen each adding one.

Fly-half Ruben Love converted four tries. Andre Esterhuizen scored South Africa's lone try, which Cheslin Kolbe converted, along with three penalties. New Zealand captain Ardie Savea expressed pride in his team's effort, while South Africa skipper Pieter-Steph du Toit acknowledged mistakes and missed opportunities.

The second Test is scheduled for August 29 in Cape Town.