* Late Farrell penalty saves England
* South Africa win series 2-0
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By Jason Humphries
PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa, June 23 (Reuters) – England
avoided a series whitewash when they battled to a 14-14 draw
with South Africa in the third and final test on Saturday.
The visitors ended a nine-match losing streak against the
Springboks as they secured only the second draw between the two
teams.
Scrumhalf Danny Care notched the only try for England while
flyhalf Toby Flood kicked one penalty and his replacement Owen
Farrell booted two more.
The hosts responded with a try from wing JP Pietersen and
three penalties from Morne Steyn but the flyhalf did not enjoy
his best day with the boot as he missed two penalties and one
conversion attempt.
“”England have learnt from every single game and they have
been very competitive,” Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer told
reporters.
“The first two tests could have gone either way. They are a
quality side and they will build on this.
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