Eben Etzebeth Becomes Most Capped Springbok

Eben Etzebeth made history by becoming the most capped Springbok player with his 128th Test appearance during South Africa's decisive 48-7 victory over Argentina in the Rugby Championship. This achievement surpasses the previous record held by Victor Matfield and marks a significant milestone in Etzebeth's illustrious career, which began in 2012. The match was attended by a capacity crowd of 43,578, and Etzebeth's performance was instrumental in the Springboks claiming their first southern hemisphere crown since 2019. He expressed gratitude to his teammates and acknowledged their role in his success, emphasizing his ongoing commitment to the team. South Africa's dominating performance included seven tries, with standout contributions from players like Aphelele Fassi and Pieter-Steph du Toit. Coach Rassie Erasmus praised the team's cohesion and performance, marking a memorable season for the Springboks.