Wales Faces Soaring Challenge by Best Boks in Cardiff
Crushing Wales: Springboks' 2021 End-of-Year Triumph
The Springboks stormed their way to a first clean sweep since 2013, obliterating Wales 45-12 in Cardiff, according to Quintin van Jaarsveld's account.
South Africa took control from the get-go, scoring four unanswered tries, with Wales not entering the attacking 22 until the 36th minute. They managed to score right before the break, providing a glimmer of hope as the score then read 26-5.
Although the Springboks maintained dominance, they failed to shift into a higher gear, taking 14 minutes to score in the second half, and adding two more tries. Wales retaliated with a consolation try in an otherwise dominant, though not clinical, Springbok victory.
Three standout Springbok players were:
Bet Now: Rugby### Kurt-Lee Arendse
Arendse delivered an all-round sensational performance, characterized by a try and two try assists. He showcased his finishing skills in the Dragons match by stepping Blair Murray and scoring his first try, marking his 18th for the Boks. However, he also demonstrated his ability to create tries by setting up Eben Etzebeth and Aphelele Fassi. His fullback assist, in particular, exuded class and charm.
Arendse's attacking prowess caused Wales numerous problems, as evidenced by his five-line breaks in the match. Defensively, he proved his worth with a strong tackle on Josh Hathaway and extraordinary air performance.
Franco Mostert
Mostert's relentless 80-minute effort was reminiscent of the Rolling Stones hit "Start Me Up." The accomplished second-rower made 15 carries and a match-best 12 tackles, only in his second game after recovering from a broken leg. He displayed exceptional line-running ability, scoring the opening try, and despite conceding a few soft penalties, delivered a remarkable performance worthy of the Man of the Match award.
Jasper Wiese
Wiese finished the season with a bang, having missed the beginning due to suspension. He was abrasive and heavily involved, wearing down the Welsh with unrelenting hard-running and crushing cleanouts. The bulldozing No. 8 made a match-high 19 carries, systematically battering the hosts, and brought the pain on defense as well, emulating Duane Vermeulen's performance.
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Quintin Van Jaarsveld is a former MDDA-Sanlam SA Local Sports Journalist of the Year and a three-time Vodacom KwaZulu-Natal Sports Journalist of the Year. Formerly the sports editor and Outstanding Journalist of the Year award winner at The Fever Media Group, deputy editor at eHowzit, editor at SARugby.com, and senior staff writer at Rugby365.com, Van Jaarsveld boasts over 15 years' experience and is currently a freelance sports writer.
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- In the Springboks' triumphant 2021 match against Wales, Kurt-Lee Arendse played an outstanding role, scoring a try and setting up two more, displaying both finishing skills and create-try abilities.
- Franco Mostert was another standout player, delivering a remarkable performance with 15 carries and 12 tackles just two games after recovering from a broken leg.
- Jasper Wiese wrapped up the season with a dominant display in a game against Wales, making a match-high 19 carries and contributing to the exhaustion of the Welsh team through hard-running and solid cleans.
- In sports, upcoming matches feature betting opportunities for rugby, particularly with the Springboks featuring in various leagues across Europe and the Premier League.
- Rassie Erasmus, the head coach of the Springboks, will likely have high expectations for his team's performance in their upcoming sports matches, applying lessons learned from their dominance over Wales in the 2021 End-of-Year Tour.
- Sports pundits and experts may offer predictions for the Springboks' games in football leagues, considering the impressive form shown against Wales, when they completed a clean sweep for the first time since 2013.
