New Zealand outscored hosts South Africa five tries to one, securing a 33-16 victory in the first Test at Ellis Park on Saturday. This win puts the All Blacks one up in the four-match series and ends South Africa's unbeaten streak.

Despite leading 13-12 at half-time, the Springboks faltered in the second half, allowing New Zealand to capitalize on their handling errors and ill discipline. This statement victory marks the end of a 12-match winning streak for the Springboks, raising questions about the confidence of the world champions.

Key Highlights:

• Will Jordan scored two tries, extending his record as New Zealand's leading try-scorer.
• Additional tries came from Josh Moorby, Fabian Holland, and Luke Jacobson.
• Ruben Love successfully converted four attempts.
• South Africa's lone try was scored by Andre Esterhuizen, with Cheslin Kolbe adding three penalties and a conversion.
• The Springboks ended the match with 13 players, as Marco van Staden and Cobus Reinach were sin-binned late in the game.

Winning coach Dave Rennie expressed pride in his team's performance, emphasizing their defensive effort and clinical finishing. In contrast, South African coach Rassie Erasmus acknowledged critical moments that allowed New Zealand to seize control, stating, "New Zealand forced us into errors by being intense and sharp."

The series now shifts to Cape Town next Saturday, with New Zealand surprisingly positioned as the front-runner in what is the first full series between the teams in 30 years.