So how did South Africa shut out the All Blacks? | Second Test Analysis 2024

[@ZemanTheMighty]

I can’t tell you guys how well received this run of test matches has been at home in South Africa. This really put everyone in a good mood.

[@ZemanTheMighty]

Electricity is back on to stay, we have a new government that seems to mean business (god willing) and our Boks are winning like crazy. It’s been a good few months.

[@turacostudio7127]

And the fuel price is down 😁

[@ezrolly898]

And the Rand seems to be on the up

[@quirinaled2752]

Good to hear man - SA has gone through some rough times and deserves some good years in all aspects of life👊🏼

[@dantakeoff]

@@ZemanTheMighty And DDP on a high:}

[@another_cipher099]

I will not accept any Malherbe slander, i understand them, but will not accept them...thank you

[@MikeyVeeTV]

My thoughts exactly

[@rivoningo]

None whatsoever.

[@logicalchristian12]

Precisely!!

[@_Just_B]

Beautifully put!

[@RozWentworth]

Hmmm my thoughts too

[@smoozerish]

As an Irishman it's hard to begrudge South africa their success because their passion for the game of rugby runs so deep and gives their nation such a much needed boost.

[@antonmoller624]

Frans Malherbe ‘bless him” may not be the best backline player in the Boks, but his ruck clean outs are absolutely world class. Nobody does it better.

[@randomlyfactual1943]

Probably the most valuable player in the team currently.

[@mpilodigitalmarketing]

Well put. He's explosive at the rucks. But equally very slow to get there. ​@@randomlyfactual1943

[@kobusg7460]

Once in his to-date career, I saw Malherbe gain 2 metres while standing in the backline. What a thing of beauty. That once-off occurrence is good enough for me, thank you. No doubt he'll show replays of it to his grandchildren as THE highlight of his career.

[@matthewmurray9178]

Scrum

[@timmado8441]

From a abs fan congratulations south africa. You guys are amazing cant wait till we play again

[@someforeignguy]

I gotta give props to the graciousness of the Bokke fans. It hurts to be a AB fan right now, but it's truly SA's time in the sun.

[@HeeniKeke]

Wish I could find the gracious fans. I’ve seen more of the other Saffaa who troll

[@errolsiljeur9192]

Unfortunately deep down I know our favourite foes and most respected enemy will be back.from a mad Bok supporter

[@Goggawie]

❤🇿🇦 Dankie

[@dryzterbaard]

This is the best rugby analysis channel by a country mile. Insightful, witty and gob-smacking intellectual. Well done Squidge!

[@zwakelemgabhi]

100%, I wish he'd talk a little slower 😟

[@oldblack15]

​@@zwakelemgabhiyou can slow it down by adjusting the playback speed. Click on that sproket/wheel settings near the top right hand corner. You can change the speed to 0.75, 0.50, 0.25 and with my tablet if I hold my finger to the right of the picture, it increases the playspeed until I release my finger. A double click on the left or right of the picture(tablet)will rewind 10sec or forward 10sec. Each extra click will multiply by 10sec. 3clicks=20sec+/- 4 clicks=30sec+/-

[@BeegMike]

Thanks for sharing! You passion for the game is infectious. Dont fall for the negativity of X, you are one of the most important voices in Rugby across the globe!!

[@malcolmvanhilten125]

Just would love for squidge to join in on one of the midweek shows like Final Whistle, for a spot of the week analysis, 5 min window. So we get a probably unique insight to add into the discussions. This man and his team deserve so much more. Come on Super Sport do it before those muppetts on the break down do it. Actually dont worry about them, their egos couldnt handle an expert joining them.

[@rogerbarrister]

He has been bringing non-rugby fans into the game more than anyone else. A true legend of the game. I also went from just watching rugby to watching rugby with better understanding. All thanks to him

[@Ebendejongh1]

11:16 Siya "bloody" Kolisi 😂😂😂

[@Dilmahkana]

Oh boy here we go. I'm well prepared for some fast-talking rugby analysis

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[@SoonLeeNZ]

@@sekittojoseph8341 The Antoine Dupont of .... well you know the rest...

[@jameslangridge1674]

I watch every video of his at 0.75 speed, for this exact reason. And yes, English is my 1st language!

[@ljawgtn1393]

Congratulations South Africa, it's your time. Great to hear opinion on our Coach and team and that we are heading in the right direction at least, from such a well respected analyser of the beautiful game of Rugby. Its sending me off to work in a great mood. Thanks Squidge Rugby, top show as always.

[@123lapl]

been waiting... baie dankie Squidge

[@reecevanwyk2579]

0:14 Thank finally someone with some sense😂 And in a few years we might say the best rugby team there ever was👀

[@hlokomani]

Squarespace better be paying you lot a fortune

[@carelhelpsyou]

😂

[@maisonnkosi]

Ask Frans

[@skyepie5250]

We Springbok fans have gone through some very depressing times. This run has been so inspiring from Rassie, Siya and the boys. You can see it in the eyes of everyone you mention it to, even the Uber drivers from Congo are delighted and enjoying this moment in history

[@moderngentleman1349]

You won 3 world cups... Can't believe you say you went through depressing times...

[@headintheclouds6935]

As a fan of Canadian rugby. You really do not know the meaning of "depressing" in a rugby sense

[@Anthony-zl9ww]

​@@moderngentleman1349 4 world cups*

[@moderngentleman1349]

​@@Anthony-zl9wwI partly agree, the 1995 is debatable and I know many kiwis who'd agree with me! 😂 But that's another story!!! 😅

[@cornelmasson4610]

Let's not mention the 57 - 0 loss to the All Blacks in 2017: I'm still seeing the psychologist about that one.

[@onnestlee]

First time watching a Squidge video and by a LONG shot the greatest analysis of a rugby game I have ever seen. What. A. TREAT.

[@okiedudeswede]

Squidge, I've just got to compliment you on what a fantastic narrator and storyteller you are. I can't tell you how many of your videos have ended with tears in my eyes and welling emotions. Sidenote: recently rewatched Chasing The Sun 1 again and had a full-blown Leo DiCaprio moment seeing you in it. Great job!

[@matthewalexander7574]

This ABs team is fantastic. They remind me of the Boks in 2018. You win some you lose some but the talent is there and it's scary. Keep in mind this BOK team really absorbed alot of pressure and did what a champion team does and won. I won't be surprised if the next rwc final is contested between these 2 teams again. Mark my words.

[@cluddlesclaimscraniums6841]

Please no, not that final again. My heart can't take that a second time in the same decade.

[@oldblack15]

​@@cluddlesclaimscraniums6841just need to keep 15 on the field. Both teams.😊

[@EugeneClarke-ql7sv]

As a man growing up watching provincial rugby from probably 1yrs old at the old Newlands stadium since 1982 with my mom, aunt and siblings cousins included I saw legends made and legends fall in that competition and the game was relatively still amateur when nz and Australia came to tour but the signs was there we were a sleeping giant of rugby and why people said what if the boks was part of the world Cup those players who came to test the Currie Cup knew what others did not know, forward to the rwc in 95 we just showed what belief is with raw power and millions of people behind you, then we changed our style between the period of 96-2003 and failed come 2007 we revert back to our strength game then 2008-2017 we lose track but still make rwc semi finals then we get rassie and he goes back to the old style but makes it modern to fit the rules and that is why we are where we are I am sorry to say this I would rather slack as it seems to others between non world Cup yrs to win the world Cup cause what matters is the rwc, rassie has built a dynasty and that will be hard to replicate

[@jomomohammed]

Squidge you are a fn machine!! Love your analysis from a Boks supporter. AB's not far off at all considering the transition they are going through. As a matter of fact the Boks are also going through a transition adopting a new attacking and defensive strategy. Somehow most of NZ pundits and media can't acknowledge this??

[@quirinaled2752]

Yeah it's very clear the they know it's time for new ideas. New players with new styles, different attack and defence already taking shape. If anything they're looking more and more dangerous as they change, which must be terrifying for anyone that has to face them.

[@Alaster-]

Most media pundits can't see past the next game, let alone recognise a development phase. It's annoying to listen to MSM commentary carry on with their BS.

[@evancooper7336]

New Zealanders do not accept losses. It's part of why we've been the best in the world for so long. Success is a mindset.

[@Alaster-]

@@evancooper7336 fair point. Although I'd bet you'd rather lose a game now as new coach settles in and sets up a new structure, than the next RWC to make it 3 failed RWCs on the trot.

[@martinjacobsz7779]

@@evancooper7336you might want to consider some early losses to upskill and bring in new talent to expand your game before terminal decline sets in. That success siege mentality could well be the end of your lineage of winning. Feels like NZ need a reset on and off the field. And no, as a SA supporter, I do not think a run of 4 wins make us goats or untouchable or anything like that. I don’t buy the hubris from any team, least of all from my own. It’s time NZ demanded more than that from their own.

[@koketsoomarmasombuka3395]

That Eben bit was just historical😂😂😂

[@kenrehill8775]

They made a defense solid enough to stop them scoring. Pretty much sums it up.

[@ContendformyFaith]

Best defensive system in the game

[@HeeniKeke]

@@ContendformyFaith yet the week before, ABs scored 4 tries

[@GTRKT-qr5sf]

​@@HeeniKekeYup our defense definitely fell short that day...

[@wot4922]

Hi Squidge. RESPECT. Thank you for always educating us. Your analyses of games...Top Class💚💛🇿🇦

[@jamiebatch2470]

Two Cents has been singing the praises of Tupou Vaa'i. Been in his team of the week a couple of times now. But yeah, he's flying under the radar.

[@sphamandlambambo9990]

What is two cent ?

[@oldblack15]

There are some more kiwi players bubbling under the radar. Watch this squarespace.

[@YetAnotherTubeTroll]

The breakdown of that Siya try may be some of your best work. Clear, simple and very revealing. Good video.

[@randomlyfactual1943]

Can we just take a moment to acknowledge guys like SFM, Steenekamp, Fassi, Grant, Nortje and Louw. We know how special this side is. How many other teams in history could win back to back world cups? How many other teams in history can lose almost two years worth of rugby and beat a touring Lions team? But for these youngsters to come into a side as greenhorns and perform the way they did to contribute to one of the greatest achievements ever in the history of Springbok rugby, is nothing short of immense.

[@sakibergh619]

Well done, what a fantastic video. Best analysis of what’s happening, to both teams, currently. Superb

[@saganspirit]

"Etzebeth is so affronted by this" made me laugh - great analysis throughout mate

[@cheekynative]

Watching the Bok ascendancy to the top of world rugby and it's dominace over the best of the rest feels really bloody good

[@citedcanvas85]

NZ actually won most of the breakdown in the first half. That put our boks on the backfoot a bit. Even the lineouts were contestable

[@SeanMacRSA]

Yeah, Razor is quality, bud! And the All Blacks will always be the All Blacks. The Kiwis played well! And I think the only difference between us is that we know how to win, even if we need to go to the harbour to do it. Next year's games are going to be epic!

[@randomlyfactual1943]

I think it's just to do with how the ref handled the breakdowns. Last week's ref gave some leeway, this one was lightning quick. Neither referee is wrong, but it does give me joy to see us adapt to how different referees handles the matches they are in charge of.

[@taraishot100]

@@SeanMacRSAnext year will be good the all blacks would be much better by then they aren’t bad at the moment but they ruin their changes with silly mistakes

[@SeanMacRSA]

​@@taraishot100 Yeah, agreed. Compare apples with apples. Us at our worst? 57-0 still haunts me. Losses to Italy and Japan. And a first ever loss to Ireland in South Africa (we have yet to lose a series to them here, though 😂😂😂😂). Your lads at their worst? A narrow loss in a World Cup final, and narrow losses to the World Number 1 away from home. Sure, a series loss to Ireland at home was rough for you. But to be fair, I think the drawn series against the Lions in 2017 was the start - as great as Steve was.

[@MarioatSA]

With our new wider attacking patterns, one thing that needs to improve is how fast our support gets to breakdowns, this was exposed on Sat. I think with time it will improve as it becomes more second nature to the boys. I really hope the Boks don't abandon this style of play too soon because of negative public comments. It really is an effective alternative.

[@Khetho99]

That final lineout steal was everything 🔥🔥

[@emilesmith8183]

Very well done..... You have my South African respect.

[@commentwell3870]

This analysis just makes it clear how brilliant the ABs actually are. But. By the same token. How absolutely exceptional the Boks are/were to have had to beat them!

[@kainoizking]

Had a few arguments with kiwis and Saffas alike about this recently. Fans on both sides saying their team didn’t play well and I’m like, did we watch the same games??? The quality of rugby was the elite of the elite. It wasn’t about either team playing badly, it’s an arm wrestle, forcing your opponent to make mistakes with your skills and gameplay. Just because your team gets forced into making a mistake, does not mean they played badly. Wouldn’t expect casuals to understand though.

[@mvubu6823]

Dear Squidge Say after me .... KNEE - NAR - BER Love your work

[@mr.codingmaster2]

Mathew Carley had a phenomenal game, haven't seen someone ref like that in a very long time. Class!

[@roganbillings1003]

Absolutely brilliant video!! I love your analysis… completely unbiased, all round great video!

[@thamimahlangabeza6639]

At long last, someone of Squidge Rugby imperious caliber gives Springboks their flowers... Whoever asks why we think this is the Springboks of all times, we'll refer them to this video.

[@skonkey1825]

appreciate the Tupou Vaa'i shout out, he has been seriously impressive these last few tests and not enough people are talking about him.

[@YOYOTh1s]

"...a team thathas just become... Undeniable." What a close! Damn Squidge!

[@emuelschoeman7515]

Love this channel. 🎉

[@JustinMulder1]

Thank you Squidge! You sir are the Antoine Dupont of rugby content creator's. I have really been trying to figure out Flannery's influence but couldn't see it till I saw it through your eyes. Your analysis really helps this rugby fan just enjoy the game even more. So thank you once again

[@davidmaclennan5925]

Once again a bloody brilliant analysis!!! Very well done and very professional and informative!! Thank you

[@deeps2169]

Hit the notification harder than a tackle from Ilona Maher

[@jameswyatt4443]

Not that hard then

[@olympicjbrag5913]

It's a lot easier to understand your accent nowadays. Thanks!

[@Josh-tb9yq]

All props to South Africa, clearly their best ever squad and they deserve results to reinforce who they have become, while they are still improving too. Nevertheless, as an ABs fan, it’s funny how we have been a few kicks and a contentious try away from 3 wins in this period. Do I think we deserved to win? No. We are clearly not peaking and have major issues to resolve around our kicking, late game, and bench, but I’m glad it’s not anywhere as bad as it can feel. We were very strong for 60mins of these two games and I’m curious to see two fixtures in NZ.

[@venuskaida]

oh absolutely. as an avid Bokke supporter, ABs rugby is insane to watch, and i have nothing but respect for them. i always look forward to an ABs Boks match

[@malcolmvanhilten125]

I dont think us Boks are as good as we are being called and the AB's are certainly better than their pundits are saying. Its close, bloody close.

[@Josh-tb9yq]

I agree with you both! I think we can finally enjoy a rivalry of equals where tight fixtures will lean your way and expansive ones will lean ours. Neither can claim too much superiority which is great for the game, but you certainly have a balanced and formidable team. I just think our attacking DNA is further along.

[@mikebersiks3280]

Josh, you're so right. I'm a Bok fan and previous AB sides almost always found a way to win if they were within a score with ten minutes to go. The fact that this team is failing to step up that gear is strange as I don't think the overall quality is that far off. Perhaps the calibre of guys coming off the bench is not up to scratch or perhaps a fitness issue of not being used to the level of Test physicality week in and week out due to a diluted Super Rugby comp? Either way I predict a hammering for the Wallabies at the hands of your lot

[@Josh-tb9yq]

I don’t think we can understate how unsettling a new coaching philosophy is for a team, so the quality we’re showing is probably because we still do have plenty of experience heads in the team. SA have proven over the last year that they can win close games, and that ability to wrestle games their way is formidable. I think it’s just not getting the same plaudits because it’s not as flashy as our dominance, but it’s dominance done your way.

[@Pygapascoe160]

Years later I’m still really loving your content! Excellent!🏆👍

[@martinjacobsz7779]

Squidge, your rugby eye and IQ are simply beyond compare. For mere mortals like me, you open up the game for true understanding of strategies as they emerge. What looked like mistakes for the Boks (there were handling errors) are often live experiments that either work or don’t. It challenges us as lovers of the game to dig deeper than the crowd pleasing moments and see how hard often unsung players work to make the marginal differences that deliver results. Thank you for the time it must take to put these master classes together.

[@user-vs2hr1wq8d]

No one explains little points and events in a rugby match analysis quite like Squidge. Masterful and such a great entertainer

[@Mastery1295]

thank you for all your efforts. Your videos are fantastic and educational. I am showing them to my sons and father

[@myronalcock4716]

Great analysis, and insights! Many thanks to Team Squidge 🏉

[@WarrenMoses88]

Bok fan here I just subscribed great break down.

[@TrevorWills-r2h]

Squidge thank you, another great video. Appreciate all you do!

[@maisonnkosi]

Thank you for the upload

[@thelespower]

just say it...the Cheslin Colby of websites

[@hammellation]

Loved this - thank you - watching these two teams play is truly awesome!

[@MrKamish]

I just feel they keep on saying the All Blacks is in a transition faze. Most of those players was part of the 2019 world cup. I agree new coaching staff will take transition but most of the players worked with Razer. The Springboks is also going through a transition. Playing more with the ball going wide is something they still learning to perfect. I would like you to hopefully do a video on the different ways the top teams attach, i.e the Irish short pass game and so on and so on. Compare it and rate the best attaching team.

[@footballtheatre7799]

Physical Harm Diploma is exactly Etzebeths qualification.

[@SovrinWealth]

Squidge showing most of us things that require pretty much very deep personal analysis if we want to know what"s going on "tactically" in training AND match day action - and with slow motion camera can actually back up what he's saying - awesome stuff - roll on 2027 RWC in Australia...

[@SeanMacRSA]

@@SovrinWealth He's been the best and fairest analyst on KZbin for a while now. Squidge in World Cup mode is an absolute treasure! Enjoy bud.

[@jacksonprime7098]

Been waiting on this one Squidge

[@justinjansen9825]

You are just brilliant sir!

[@NBD739]

Really well made video!! invokes a lot of emotion

[@ulsterlad2256]

Love the paper scrum cap, very practical

[@cassiemdavids5521]

Malherbe is the cog you don't see but is part of a well oiled machine, invaluable.

[@petekeuning]

Love the breakdowns man. Thanks again.

[@Dilbil]

Squidge. You are the freaking goat. What an amazing run down of the game.

[@MarcDavidReich]

Scott Barret @5:18 pretty much sums the All Blacks up right now...

[@GGRUGBY]

Rassie Erassmus effect he just made greatest comeback for springboks

[@Keiphton27]

Spot on once again. Nice work!!

[@conorharris2451]

I love your videos! I’m so happy when you make one

[@peterwomersley]

always superb Thanks for the analysis

[@Rmzny-r4z]

Yep I call that defense, The Great Wall of South Africa..💪

[@ContendformyFaith]

Best defensive system

[@calebmills1446]

Agree with you aboit Vai. His timing and knowledge of the game is great!

[@joeritchie2]

Brilliant analysis, in particular the explanation of why the Boks were contesting fewer breakdowns.

[@jademarmalade890]

Dear Squidge, thank you for your epic videos! Big request please, is it possible to leave your clever quips on screen for a few seconds? At the moment they're 'blink and you'll miss them'. And I need to not miss them 😊

[@shaunk6822]

You could dominate NZ in every facet of the game back in 2014/15 - and somehow they still beat you every time. Now the Boks are doing that - just brilliant!

[@jadebotes2128]

Lovely video mate!

[@canadiancontent352]

A) great analysis of the Boks new D and really a great evolution. Kinda a bend dont break then break the opposition. B) youre so right about Vaa'i. That was close to one of the best RUGBY performances ive seen in years. Very Tagdh Beirne like in the all roundness.

[@rogercorreia6292]

Always love the analysis

[@PaulFrew]

Thanks, great analysis!

[@christoduplessis8177]

Just to add, this is the first time New Zealand has lost 4 in a row since 1949, when they lost 6 in a row against the Boks (between 1937-1949). We have also beaten them 3 times in a row a few times. Our greatest rival, we respect them and love them. But we also revel in these small moments we can get them back a bit.

[@MikeBasile]

SA have only had to play NZ once in NZ over their last 10 meetings. Definitely helps their cause.

[@christoduplessis8177]

@@MikeBasile sure, very gracious but sure.

[@MikeBasile]

@christoduplessis8177 not sure what you mean by gracious? I'm just pointing out one of those weird scheduling anomalies with Covid/RWC/not playing home and away means that SA has only played once in NZ in the last 5 years.

[@christoduplessis8177]

@@MikeBasile well the ABs have play a lot less at home since 2019 against the Boks that is true.

[@mikebersiks3280]

Kiwis lost four in a row during the 1998 Tri-Nations vs Aus and SA

[@heinrichjacobs8738]

The feed into the add with Frans was really good 🤣

[@ss2gora0]

Well done South Africa. Another tough win. Props to Squidge for the analysis

[@sylviagreybe672]

I love these analyses!

[@Fezz4400]

I'm glad you mentioned the ref had a good game. I also thought he did very well on the day, but there are so many people negative from both set of supporters, that I thought I might have had it wrong. Thanks for this great coverage of the Rugby Championship. Waiting every week for your videos to come out to see what I missed, so I can sound smart next to the fire when we discuss rugby!

[@gvz2899]

I love how Ruan Nortje DROPPED the ball into touch!!! He can now say he dropped the boks to victory, he is in a class with Joel Stranksy...

[@stephenstrydom1]

The Siya Kolisi express seems to be unstoppable....

[@chrisrichardson3303]

Great analysis as always 👍

[@keanangouws5996]

idk if u noticed. but watching from the stands. hendrikse was immense. just his work rate and how quick he got the ball out, in my opinion. huge factor in winning at the end

[@ts1iTSHWANELO]

Eben was really triggered by that bounce 🤣

[@calitza]

Squidge hitching his wagon onto the springbok train to the top of the hill… It’s a pleasure buddy.

[@andrewmarkmostert7061]

Hit on the nail, man this is the best springboks team of all time for sure. Man the all blacks really gave it their all. The boks haven’t even hit all the cylinders running and mostly played in second gear made a-lot of unforced errors. I looking forward seeing this team hitting it and the gamelan is going as planned. The boks will be unstoppable

[@kainoizking]

Respect needs to used when introducing Tony Brown. “Former All Black first Five-Eighth and Japan Attack coach”. You did it for the defence coach mentioning he was an international player, Tony Brown has earned that introduction also.

[@malcolmvanhilten125]

Tony Brown changed the coaching world when he started coaching a SR team (cant remember exactly which one , High Landers i think). He made new stuff happen immediately. Still wonder how we snagged him. Was a good AB player too in the day.

[@_Just_B]

fasten your seatbelts lads!

[@sekgotapheeha1102]

Hands down the best rugby channel ever

[@colleenoverson8117]

Amazing. Thank you

[@hanlens_on_hiatus]

Love your work

[@janhbhugo5085]

My kingdom for a Malherbe ! Is what most countries would say !

[@nintendogamer4703]

This New Zealand side just might win the next World Cup. They're looking good, just need to perfect their craft and become more clinical in the dying moments.

[@luyanda_kazi]

The way you slot in squarespace everytime kills me😂 unexpected and weird but very good 😂😂

[@jp2650]

Great analysis.