South Africa Dominates Wales in Final 2024 International Rugby Match

The South Africa rugby team, currently ranked as the number one team in the world, concluded their 2024 international season with a resounding victory over Wales. The match, held at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, saw the Springboks assert their dominance once again, mirroring their earlier 41-13 win over Wales in June at Twickenham Stadium in London.

South Africa’s performance in 2024 has been nothing short of impressive, with a record of 10-2. Their losses came against Ireland and Argentina, but they have secured significant wins against top-tier teams such as New Zealand, Australia, England, and Scotland. This final match of the year was part of the Autumn Nations Series and saw the Springboks thrash Wales 52-16, a scoreline that reflects their superior form.

Wales, under the leadership of Warren Gatland, has had a dismal year. They won the Wooden Spoon at the 2024 Six Nations with a 0-5 record and continued their losing streak in the summer and autumn matches, including losses to South Africa, Australia (twice), Fiji, and Australia for a third time in November.

The match was streamed live in the United States on Peacock, allowing American fans to follow the action from Principality Stadium. The Springboks’ victory caps off a successful international season and sets the stage for their upcoming competitions, including the Investec Champions Cup which begins on December 6, 2024.