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The crowd push into the grounds, obviously enjoying the attention of a camera nearby. Highland and brass bands play and march around field prior to game. The All Blacks and Springboks walk onto the field together. The Springboks kick off to start the game to the delight of a capacity audience.
RUGBY REFERENCE INFORMATION:
The first test between South Africa & New Zealand was played at Athletic Park, Wellington, New Zealand on 14th August 1937.
The referee was L.E. Macassey (Otago), the crowd attendance was 40,000 and the weather was showery while the ground was firm.
New Zealand lead 6- 3 at half time.
Final score: New Zealand 13 - South Africa 7.
Scorers for New Zealand were: Try - J. Dick (Auckland), Penalty Goals - D. Trevathan (Otago) (2), Dropped Goal - D. Trevathan (Otago)
Scorers for South Africa were: Try - D.O. Williams (Western province), Dropped Goal - J. White (Border)