Did South Africa beat New Zealand in 1995?
Did South Africa beat New Zealand in 1995?
The match was played at Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg on 24 June 1995 between the host nation, South Africa, and New Zealand. South Africa won the encounter by three points in their first Rugby World Cup Final, which was also the first to require extra time.
What was the 1995 World Cup final score?
In the final, held at Ellis Park in Johannesburg on 24 June, South Africa defeated New Zealand 15–12, with Joel Stransky scoring a drop goal in extra time to win the match.
Which player scored the most points in the 1995 RWC?
Points
| Points | Name | Tournament |
|---|---|---|
| 113 | Jonny Wilkinson | 2003 |
| 112 | Thierry Lacroix | 1995 |
| 105 | Percy Montgomery | 2007 |
| 104 | Gavin Hastings | 1995 |
Who did South Africa beat in the 1995 World Cup?
the New Zealand
The Springboks’ 15-12 victory over the New Zealand in the final of the 1995 Rugby World Cup at Ellis Park reverberated around the globe as far as the Hollywood Hills with Clint Eastwood overseeing the 2009 film Invictus starring fellow Tinseltown luminaries Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon.
What was the score between South Africa and New Zealand in 1995?
South Africa led 9–6 at half time, and New Zealand levelled the scores at 9–9 with a drop goal in the second half. Though Andrew Mehrtens almost kicked a late drop goal for the All Blacks, the score remained tied at full-time, forcing the game into extra time.
Why did New Zealand win the Rugby World Cup in 1995?
South Africa had done everything right but this was billed as New Zealand’s time to win once more. The All Blacks had demolished everyone in their path except when it came to the final. But the Springboks decided to shut up shop defensively as did their rivals, and mark the potent Jonah Lomu out of the game.
How many tests has New Zealand won against South Africa?
Up until the start of the professional era, South Africa had won 21 tests to New Zealand’s 18. In the 50 matches since the start of the professional era, New Zealand have won 36 tests to South Africa’s 14. Since 2004 New Zealand and South Africa have contested the Freedom Cup, it has been included as part of the Rugby Championship since 2006.
How many tries did Springbok score in 1995 Rugby World Cup?
The tight Springbok defence would keep the high scoring All Blacks in check – particularly Jonah Lomu and Marc Ellis, who had already scored a then World Cup record seven tries each in the tournament – with neither team scoring a try in the match.