In a historic performance, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu led South Africa to a resounding 67-30 victory over Argentina in the Rugby Championship, setting a new national record for points scored in a Test match. The 23-year-old fly-half amassed an impressive 37 points, surpassing Percy Montgomery’s previous record of 35 points set in 2007. Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s stellar performance included three tries, eight conversions, and two penalties, cementing his place as a rising star in South African rugby. The match, held in Durban, saw the Springboks take a one-point lead at the top of the Rugby Championship table, following New Zealand’s earlier win over Australia. The first half was tightly contested, with South Africa leading by just two points at halftime. However, the Springboks surged ahead in the second half, with tries from Cheslin Kolbe, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Morne van den Berg, and Manie Libbok, thrilling the 45,000-strong crowd. South Africa now looks ahead to their final match against Argentina at Twickenham on October 4, where a bonus-point win could secure their third Rugby Championship title in its current format. However, the Springboks will also claim the championship if Australia defeats New Zealand in their upcoming clash. ‘This was a vibe. I am very happy,’ Feinberg-Mngomezulu remarked after the game, reflecting on his record-breaking performance and the team’s collective effort.
