Springboks and All Blacks face off in fourth and decisive Test in Baltimore as series remains undecided
News Brief
The final match of the South Africa versus New Zealand rugby union series is being played in Baltimore, with the series still up for grabs. The Springboks have introduced two alterations to the lineup that secured their win in Soweto, notably recalling full‑back Damian Willemse after his recovery and replacing the injured Cheslin Kolbe, who suffered a broken jaw in the third Test. The live coverage from Sky Sports confirms the event’s timing but provides no further details on the game’s progress or result.
Key points
The fourth and final Test between South Africa and New Zealand is taking place in Baltimore.
The series outcome is still undecided heading into the match.
Springboks have made two changes to the side that won in Soweto.
Damian Willemse returns to the starting lineup at full‑back.
Cheslin Kolbe is absent due to a broken jaw sustained in the third Test.
What sources agree on
Both reports identify the match as the fourth and final Test of the series.
Both sources state the game is being held in Baltimore.
The Guardian notes the series is still on the line.
The Guardian reports the Springboks made two changes to the winning side.
Damian Willemse is back in the squad, replacing Cheslin Kolbe.
Kolbe is out after breaking his jaw in the third Test.
Still unclear
The exact scoreline and any in‑game events are not provided.
No information on the All Blacks’ lineup or changes is given.
The outcome of the match and its impact on the series winner remain unknown.
Source & attribution
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Original headline
South Africa vs New Zealand LIVE! Fourth and final Test in Baltimore
