Springboks’ Twickenham Love Affair Continues with Title Win

Twickenham Stadium is fast becoming a happy hunting ground for the Springboks, and their Rugby Championship victory over Argentina extended their impressive winning streak at the home of English rugby. This was their fifth consecutive win at the venue, a run that highlights their comfort and confidence in London.
For a match where they were technically the “away” team, the Springboks looked completely at home. Buoyed by a massive contingent of their supporters, they played with a swagger and control that belied the high stakes of the occasion.
This familiarity with the surroundings was a stark contrast to the Argentinian experience. The Pumas, who sacrificed a true home game for this fixture, never looked truly comfortable and were unable to generate the emotional intensity that they feed off in their home stadiums.
The victory marks a third win in three years for the Boks at Twickenham in matches not involving England, cementing the stadium’s status as a home away from home. Their powerful, set-piece-oriented game seems perfectly suited to the conditions, and they clearly relish playing on the big stage.
As they lifted the trophy, the Springboks’ love affair with Twickenham was plain to see. In a week where the venue was the subject of much debate, it once again proved to be a fortress for the men in green and gold.