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Wallabies Expecting Cape Town Backlash After Ellis Park Euphoria
The Wallabies overcame a 22-point deficit to score 38 unanswered points, marking their first Ellis Park win since 1963 and boosting their 2027 World Cup seeding prospects.
- On Saturday at Ellis Park, the Australia Wallabies recovered from a 22-0 deficit to win 38-22 over the Springboks, ending a 62-year drought.
- Ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup, the Wallabies' victory adds to their prized wins over England and the British and Irish Lions, securing a top six seed position.
- Underpinning the triumph, James O'Connor, 35-year-old flyhalf, led the comeback alongside captain Harry Wilson, and Will Skelton said they celebrated quietly while anticipating a fierce Springboks response.
- Australia are bracing for a fierce backlash in Cape Town on Saturday, as coach Joe Schmidt said South Africa probably won't repeat such errors.
- Revising the lineup, Rassie Erasmus, Springboks coach, admitted the selection plan needs rethinking after the loss, with a new team to be named on Tuesday at 15:00.
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How Wallabies’ Ellis Park miracle could pave way for dream 2027 World Cup
Australia’s historic Ellis Park win not only broke a 62-year drought, but it also strengthened their World Cup seeding hopes, even as injuries and a daunting Cape Town Test await.
·Sydney, Australia
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Wallabies expecting Cape Town backlash after Ellis Park euphoria
SYDNEY :The Wallabies are bracing for a violent backlash from the Springboks in the second Rugby Championship test in Cape Town on Saturday after their stunning upset of the Springboks at Ellis Park.Australia's recovery from an early 22-0 deficit to post a first win since 1963 at the crucible of South African
·Singapore
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