Despite being reduced to 13 men, Argentina dug deep to claim a 28-28 draw against Australia at Estadio Malvinas Argentinas, but it was not enough to prevent the Wallabies from winning the Puma Trophy.
The Wallabies continued their impressive start to the Les Kiss era with a hard-fought 27-21 victory over Argentina in Jujuy, surviving a fierce second-half fightback from Los Pumas.
Utility back Canan Moodie says the Springboks got what they needed from a tough match against Argentina, despite not being at their best for much of the game.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus claimed that while their performance was far from perfect, he was pleased with the character shown in their gritty 17-10 win over Argentina.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi and assistant coach Mzwandile Stick were positive ahead of their massive battle against the Los Pumas in front of a passionate home crowd in Buenos Aires on Saturday.
Argentina star Tomas Albornoz has copped a four-game ban following his misconduct charges in the wake of his side’s defeat to England in the Nations Championship.