The Springboks have bounced back from their defeat last week, beating the All Blacks in a 30-28 thriller in Dunedin.

Both sides were fairly even throughout the game, until a piece a magic from Ricky Janurie in the dying stages of the game gave the Bok's the lead - which they held on to until full time.

Losing is never fun, but the Springboks are a tough side - and they thoroughly deserve their win.

The first half was plagued by Matt Goddard's whistle, which meant both sides struggled to get any momentum going. Goddard was awarding penalties left right and center, and by half time the Bok's led 17-15, with JP Peterson scoring the only try after a woeful All Blacks lineout gave South Africa a five meter scrum.

Dan Carter kept the All Blacks in the hunt, though, with five penalties.

Losing Ali Williams in the 29th minute hurt the All Blacks badly - Anthony Boric and Kevin O'Neill played well, but we really missed the experience Williams brings to the table.

The All Blacks stepped up in the second half, but just couldn't hold on in the last ten minutes, even with Victor Matfield in the bin for a high shot - which, to be fair, was a terrible call, and just one of the many rubbish calls from Goddard.

Sione Luaki scored the All Black's only try of the night, and had a strong game when he replaced (the very quiet) Jerome Kaino.

The Springboks really muscled up, and even managed to make a go of it in the scrums this week - a far cry better than their display last week.

They now head to Perth, where they will face the Wallabies on Saturday night. If they can pick up the win there, they'll head back to South Africa well pleased with their efforts down under.

It's not panic stations for the All Blacks - they just need to tighten up their defence around the ruck, and work on getting good quick ball to the backs (we're talking to you Ellis), and they'll bounce back.

We would also like to see Carter look to kick down field a lot more, too, rather than these high midfield bombs we keep seeing - they're really just giving the opposition the ball in prime territory. Carter is capable of kicking deep, and really should look to do so.

A big positive for the All Blacks was - once again - the center combo of Ma'a Nonu and Conrad Smith, who continue to grow each week. They're creating some real havoc for the opposition defence - keep up the good work, fellas.

While the loss isn't exactly great (from our narrow-minded, biased perspective), it does makes for an interesting Tri Nations, and will keep the All Blacks grounded.

They still have a lot of work to do, but at least their heading in the right direction.

Well done, South Africa - you deserved this one.