The All Blacks have been left lamenting what could've been after their 31-27 defeat to South Africa in Johannesburg.

The visitors gave up a 10-point lead with just over 10 minutes remaining - the Springboks scoring two late tries after replacement prop Ofa Tu'ungafasi was yellow carded following repeated team infringements.

ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith unpacks the factors behind the loss.

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