South Africa make statement with Nations Championship rout of England

South Africa defeated England 45-21 in the opening match of the new Nations Championship, with the Springboks running in seven tries despite missing several key forwards. England showed resilience to claw back from 17-0 down to 17-14 at half-time, but were ultimately overwhelmed after being reduced to 13 men late in the game. The match was played at a South African home venue on the Highveld.