Overview

• South Africa edged Argentina 29-27 at Twickenham to seal back-to-back Rugby Championship titles.
• It is the first time the Springboks have successfully defended the southern hemisphere crown.
• The champions rebounded from a 38-22 loss to Australia in Johannesburg and a defeat at Eden Park before steadying through selection changes.
• Only five forwards from round one started the decider, with Cobus Reinach starring in a revamped backline and taking Player of the Match.
• Australia finished with a 28-14 defeat to New Zealand in Perth for an 11th straight Bledisloe loss as attention turns to November tours and the build-up to the 2027 World Cup.