Empty seats and faded aura show how Springboks outgrew the All Blacks | Daniel Gallan

New Zealand's All Blacks defeated the Sharks 54-0 at Kings Park Stadium in Durban, but only 14,759 fans attended the 52,000-seat venue, highlighting waning South African interest in the historic rivalry. The match is part of 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry,' an eight-match tour culminating in four Tests, including one in Baltimore, USA, which is projected to generate $4–6 million more than hosting in South Africa. South Africa and New Zealand rugby unions have formed a 50-50 commercial venture to monetise the century-old rivalry, though the poor turnout raises questions about its appeal.