The recent match between the Springboks and the All Blacks at Ellis Park was packed with intensity, but one moment has sparked significant debate and anger among fans and analysts alike. All Blacks captain Sam Cane's high tackle on Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, which resulted in a suspected fractured cheekbone, has become the center of a heated controversy. The tackle went unpunished, leading many to question the officiating decisions and whether Cane should have faced a harsher penalty.
During the 48th minute of a fiercely contested game, as the Springboks launched an attack just outside the All Blacks' 22, Cane's high tackle on Kolisi raised immediate concerns. Kolisi, who had just secured possession, was tackled around the waist by Codie Taylor. In an attempt to assist Taylor, Cane came in with a hit that caught Kolisi high on the face. Despite the visible impact and Kolisi needing medical attention, referee Andrew Brace only awarded a penalty advantage due to a different infraction, and the TMO (Television Match Official) did not recommend further review of Cane's tackle.
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