New Zealand’s All Blacks stage a late comeback to beat the British & Irish Lions 41-35 at Ellis Park on Tuesday, avoiding a potential shock defeat. After trailing by 18 points in the second half, they recover to win the match.
The Lions lead for more than an hour and maintain control for much of the contest before the All Blacks’ momentum turns the game. Both outlets describe the same final score and the decisive late surge by New Zealand, framing it as a scare before the comeback is completed. The reporting emphasizes the timing and impact of the turnaround, highlighting the Lions’ earlier advantage and the All Blacks’ ability to close strongly.
