Four men down - but Australia still beat South Africa
Australia are reduced to 11 men but dig in for a remarkable win against a much-changed South Africa side as they beat the world champions 42-38 in Perth.
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Edwill van der Merwe is a South African rugby player known for playing on the wing.
Wales international forward who currently plays for Fulham.
Len Ikitau is an Australian rugby player known for his position as a center.
Morne van den Berg is a South African rugby player who plays as a scrum-half.
Rassie Erasmus is the head coach of the South Africa national rugby team.
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Australia are reduced to 11 men but dig in for a remarkable win against a much-changed South Africa side as they beat the world champions 42-38 in Perth.
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