South Africa delivered a commanding performance to defeat a young and outmatched Wales team, extending the hosts’ winless streak to 12 games.
Early tries from Franco Mostert and Eben Etzebeth set the tone, with the Springboks scoring seven in total, including standout contributions from Jordan Hendrikse and Kurt-Lee Arendse.
Despite late consolation tries from Rio Dyer and James Botham, Wales’ defensive frailties, exemplified by 46 missed tackles, underscored their struggles.
With mounting pressure on head coach Warren Gatland and broader issues looming for Welsh rugby, the game highlighted the stark contrast between the world champion Springboks and a beleaguered Wales team facing its worst year since 1937.
Final score: Wales 12 – 45 South Africa.
