Stunning Australia comeback shocks South Africa in Ellis Park

It's the Wallabies' first victory at Ellis Park since 1963.
Stunning Australia comeback shocks South Africa in Ellis Park

Australia's fly-half James O'Connor (C) is tackled by South Africa's lock forward Kwagga Smith (R) during the Rugby Championship first round Test match between South Africa and Australia at Ellis Park Stadium Photo by PHILL MAGAKOE/AFP via Getty Images 

Rugby Championship: South Africa 22 Australia 38

Australia rallied from 22-0 down as captain Harry Wilson scored two tries in a stunning 38-22 bonus-point victory over South Africa in their Rugby Championship opener on Saturday, the Wallabies' first victory at Ellis Park since 1963.

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