
The Springbok women's rugby team defeated the higher-ranked United States 34-21 at Ellis Park, with No 8 Logan Welman scoring two tries. This match marked the first of a two-Test series, showcasing a strong first-half performance by the South African team, according to TimesLIVE.
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