Springboks go top of Rugby Championship after win

By Abhishek Chauhan September 18, 2022

South Africa swept to the top of the Rugby Championship with a bonus point win over Argentina

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Tries from scrum-half Jaden Hendrikse, centre Damian De Allende, a double from hooker

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The Springboks are above New Zealand on head-to-head record with one round of matches left.

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They face Argentina in Durban on Saturday in their final game after New Zealand host in Auckland.

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South Africa controlled the first half and led 22-6 at the break before Argentina

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came back in the final 15 minutes, closing the gap to two points (22-20).

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But the visitors held their nerve to secure the win.

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