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Today in SA sports history: August 8

1970 — A battered and bruised Springbok team lose 8-9 to the All Blacks in the second Test at a wet Newlands. Centre Mannetjies Roux gave away a penalty in the final minutes, which Kiwi fullback Fergie McCormick converted to snatch a late victory to even the four-match series at 1-1.

But the tourists played hard and a little dirty — Bok winger Syd Nomis was laid out with a stiff-arm tackle by McCormick that loosened all his front teeth and completely dislodged one. Hooker Piston van Wyk left the field bloodied after being kicked in the mouth. ..You’ve always trusted us to help you navigate the world. Support the Sunday Times by becoming a premium member for only R80 and keep the conversation going. You can cancel anytime.

 

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