The South African national rugby team, the Springboks, secured a series victory over Italy with a 45-0 win in the second Test match held at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha on July 12, 2025. This victory followed their first Test win against an understrength Italian side, which ended 42-24 at Loftus Versfeld. Despite the initial win, Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus expressed frustration with his team's performance, noting areas for improvement and indicating that the recent match could influence selection decisions for the second Test. Italy was praised for their resilience and physicality, with coach and players demonstrating a competitive spirit throughout both matches. The second Test saw the Springboks deliver a dominant defensive display, preventing Italy from scoring. Veteran fullback Willie le Roux marked a milestone by earning his 100th Test cap in this match, becoming the eighth player to reach this achievement for South Africa. The team also introduced three uncapped players in the lineup for the second Test. Springbok captain Salmaan Moerat highlighted the team's readiness for a physical contest, particularly at the breakdown. The series win underscores the Springboks' continued strength as four-time Rugby World Cup winners and reflects their ability to adapt and improve across consecutive matches against Italy.