Springboks’ former record cap holder Victor Matfield has claimed that their performance against France was even better than their historic triumph over the All Blacks.

South Africa inflicted New Zealand’s largest-ever defeat in September as they emerged 43-10 triumphant in Wellington.

That result proved crucial in the Rugby Championship as they retained their title, with the two countries finishing level on points.

It also took Rassie Erasmus’ men back to the top of the World Rugby rankings, a position they cemented following their stunning 32-17 success against France.

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What made it even more remarkable is that