South Africa Dominates Australia in Championship Kickoff.

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South Africa Dominates Australia in Championship Kickoff.

World champions South Africa secured a 33-7 victory over Australia, scoring five tries in the Rugby Championship opener.

Kurt-Lee Arendse scored two tries as South Africa matched their biggest win over Australia on their turf since 2013. 

In Brisbane, the Springboks led 21-0 at halftime, with Siya Kolisi, Thomas du Toit, and Arendse all scoring.

Australia played with 14 men for 10 minutes after Andrew Kellaway received a yellow card for a dangerous tackle. Arendse added his second try in the second half, followed by Kwagga Smith for the fifth.

Australia improved after the break, but their errors prevented a comeback. Hunter Paisami scored a late try after South Africa was down to 13 men.