The Blitzboks downed New Zealand and then lost to Great Britain on the opening day of the HSBC SVNS Vancouver in Canada, meaning they'll have to beat Ireland in their final Pool C clash on Saturday. They did receive a losing bonus point though, something that could work in their favour should they get past Ireland at 11.05pm (SA time) later today and New Zealand beat Great Britain. Great Britain, who outplayed Ireland earlier, top the pool with South Africa second, while New Zealand and Ireland will be desperate for a win against Great Britain and the Blitzboks respectively to advance to the last eight. Great Britain scored twice in the opening three minutes of their match against South Africa and kept them on the back foot for the remainder of the half. South Africa 12 (5) Great Britain 17 (12)SA: Tries: Shilton van Wyk, Impi Visser.

Source: The Herald February 24, 2024 10:15 UTC