South Africa achieved a commanding seven-try bonus-point victory over Wales in the third round of the Nations Championship held in Durban. The final score was 43-0, with the Springboks outclassing their opponents throughout the match.
The victory gives South Africa a significant advantage in the tournament standings, while Wales remains without a point.
The Springboks starting lineup included Fassi at fullback, Williams, Kriel, and de Allende in the midfield, with Arendse on the wing. Moyo and Reinach formed the halfback partnership. The forwards featured Steenekamp, Marx, and Sadie in the front row, with C Wiese, van Heerden, de Villiers, PS du Toit, and J Wiese completing the pack. Replacements available for South Africa were Venter, Wessels, Louw, Dixon, van Staden, Jantjies, Libbok, and Willemse.
Wales fielded Murray at scrum-half, with Rees-Zammit, Llewellyn, B Thomas, and Mee in their backline. The front row consisted of Carre, Lake, and D Lewis, supported by Teddy Williams and Beard in the second row. Mann, J Morgan, and Wainwright made up the flank and number eight positions. Their replacements included Elias, N Smith, Warren, F Thomas, Reffell, Botham, Morgan-Williams, and Hawkins.
During the match, Warren of Wales received a yellow card in the 65th minute. The match was officiated by referee Andrew Brace of the IRFU, with Pierre Brousset (FFR) and James Doleman (NZRFU) serving as assistant referees. Olly Hodges (IRFU) was the TMO, and Richard Kelly (NZRFU) was the FPRO.
