What do the Springboks need to win the Rugby Championship? Title permutations explained
Rugby Championship permutations ahead of thrilling final weekend
- South Africa currently lead the Rugby Championship standings and is in a strong position to defend their title in the final round of matches.
- The Springboks are one point ahead of New Zealand and can secure the championship with a bonus-point victory over Argentina at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.
- New Zealand, in second place, will play Australia in Perth before South Africa's match, with a bonus-point win potentially putting pressure on the leaders.
- Should New Zealand achieve a bonus-point victory, South Africa would still win if they also secure a non-bonus point win, due to their significantly superior points difference.
- The competition has been fiercely contested, with only two points separating all four teams before the penultimate games, highlighting the close nature of the tournament.