Springboks Crush Wales: Historic Rugby Defeat in Cardiff

Wales suffered their worst home defeat to South Africa, losing 73-0 at Principality Stadium. Despite missing players, South Africa's dominant play resulted in 11 tries. Coach Steve Tandy expressed disappointment, while Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus noted their controlled performance. Eben Etzebeth received a red card for a controversial incident.

In an unprecedented defeat, Wales crumbled to a 73-0 loss against South Africa at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on Saturday, marking their heaviest home defeat. Both teams were missing key players due to the match falling outside the international window, but South Africa's display of power was unmatched.

Steve Tandy, the coach for Wales, confessed his team struggled against the superior strength and strategy of the Springboks. "Obviously it's disappointing," Tandy remarked about the lopsided scoreline. The match served as a sobering reminder of the areas where Wales needs growth and reflection ahead of upcoming tests.

Rassie Erasmus, Springbok's coach, highlighted the controlled and clinical nature of their performance, contrasting it with past games. The match was slightly marred by lock Eben Etzebeth's red card for an alleged eye-gouge on Alex Mann, which Erasmus called justified despite its controversy.

(With inputs from agencies.)