Overview
- New Zealand scored through Emoni Narawa, Will Jordan and Quinn Tupaea to outlast the world champions 24-17 in Auckland.
- Scott Robertson highlighted improved preparation and praised his side's defensive resilience after the Argentina loss.
- All Blacks climbed back to the top of the Rugby Championship standings, a point clear of Australia after three matches.
- Codie Taylor was ruled out with a concussion and Narawa is unlikely for Wellington due to a rib injury.
- Rassie Erasmus criticised South Africa's handling errors and said he will make changes for next week's rematch, declining to blame the wet conditions.