Ardie Savea hailed New Zealand’s resilience after the All Blacks survived a ferocious South African onslaught to claim a statement victory at Ellis Park yesterday.

The New Zealand captain described the contest as a “boxing match” after his side came through a brutal battle against the Springboks, with the result ultimately decided by a handful of crucial moments.
Savea knew the world champions would throw everything at his side and was delighted with the way the All Blacks stood firm when the pressure intensified.
“We always knew the Springboks were coming and they have quality players,” Sa...