New Zealand edge past South Africa in thrilling Rugby Championship clash

• South Africa 24-25 New Zealand• Champions end tournament unbeaten after bruising encounter in Cape TownNew Zealand held off a spirited fight from hosts South Africa to complete their Rugby Championship campaign unbeaten after a 25-24 win in a ferocious physical battle in Cape Town. Each side scored three tries at Newlands in a thrilling spectacle as South Africa restored some pride with a competitive display after being beaten by a record 57-0 in New Zealand last month. The All Blacks’ tries came from Ryan Crotty, Rieko Ioane and Damian McKenzie, while Ross Cronje, Jean-Luc du Preez and Malc…