South Africa Crush Italy 45-0 To Win Series 2-0

South Africa dominated Italy with a 45-0 victory in Gqeberha to clinch the series 2-0, despite an early red card to forward Jasper Wiese for a headbutt. The Springboks showcased a blend of power and open running, with notable tries from Edwill van der Merwe, Grant Williams, Canan Moodie, Malcolm Marx, Makazole Mapimpi, and Jan-Hendrik Wessels. Willie le Roux earned his 100th cap during the match, while the team executed innovative plays including intentional scrum concessions and midfield line-outs that led to driving mauls and tries. Italy's intensity at the breakdown challenged South Africa but they were ultimately outmatched, and South Africa maintained their undefeated Test record in Gqeberha. The match also featured a family milestone as Cobus Wiese made his Springbok debut alongside his brother Jasper, despite the latter's red card dampening the occasion. South Africa's strategic and physical dominance was evident throughout, highlighting their status as reigning world champions.