# Rugby: The All Blacks held on to a hard-fought 24-17 victory over the Springboks at Eden Park, Auckland, in their first 2025 Rugby Championship encounter, extending their remarkable unbeaten streak to 51 matches at the venue. New Zealand dominated the first half with tries by Emoni Narawa and Will Jordan, leading the team to 14-3 at half-time. Despite a spirited late comeback by the Springboks, who scored two tries of their own, the All Blacks’ early lead proved insurmountable. The Boks have now won one, but lost two of their three clashes so far, leaving them at the bottom of the log.
Rugby: Springboks go down to All Blacks in massive battle at Eden Park