John Smit ‘surprised’ by All Blacks scrum as Greatest Rivalry showed that Super Rugby exit was ‘less traumatic’ for Springboks
The Springboks obliterated the All Blacks scrum and the South Africa legend was 'surprised' by their opponents' approach.
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The Springboks obliterated the All Blacks scrum and the South Africa legend was 'surprised' by their opponents' approach.
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Jim Hamilton says it is a ‘tragedy’ that South Africa and New Zealand are slated to meet in next year’s World Cup quarter-finals.
Sir Steve Hansen believes that the All Blacks are still behind the Springboks despite pushing Rassie Erasmus' men all the way.
Laurie Mains feels the final score in Saturday's Springboks v All Blacks Test flattered the world champions and said New Zealand "could have won all three of the first three" clashes in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series.
What we learnt about the Springboks and All Blacks following Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Series.
How big is the gap between the Springboks and New Zealand? Three ex-All Blacks have their say.
Rassie Erasmus hopes his side can make their country proud, ahead of their one-off Test against the Wallabies in Perth.
How the Springboks won Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry: The on-field talking points weekendargus.co.za
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Here is how we rate all 19 Springboks forwards who took to the field, from the opener at Ellis Park through to the games at DHL Stadium and FNB Stadium and then the finale at Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium.
Has Les Kiss made his first misstep since taking over from Joe Schmidt as Wallabies head coach? It certainly seems that way, writes Christy Doran.
The Springboks showed a slightly different side to their game in their final victory over the All Blacks.
Planet Rugby's take on the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Team of the Series, as the Springboks dominate selection.
The All Blacks legend went on a rant after Dave Rennie's men succumbed to a 3-1 series defeat to the Springboks.
Former Queensland Reds utility back Jordan Petaia has been recalled to the Wallabies squad for their one-off Test against the Springboks in Perth later this month.
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James O’Connor and Bernard Foley told to focus on Super Rugby Harry McLaughlin-Phillips named for South Africa clash in Perth Wallabies coach Les Kiss has praised the potential impact of veteran flyhalves James O’Connor and Bernard Foley, but called for them to play Super Rugby games before they…
After the All Blacks' 43-28 loss to the Springboks in their Greatest Rivalry Test in Baltimore on Saturday, how did the New Zealand media assess the men in black's performance?
All Blacks senior assistant coach Neil Barnes has criticised referee Karl Dickson's officiating following their 43-28 loss to the Springboks in Baltimore on Saturday.
All Blacks were valiant in 3-1 series defeat but Springboks sent another warning to rest of the world in Baltimore What is the enduring image of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series? The Springboks put the exclamation mark on their status as World Cup favourites by wrapping up the series…
Rassie Erasmus reveals how the Springboks' win over the All Blacks in Baltimore in his 100th Test in charge of the team compares with his debut as their head coach in a Test which was also held in the USA in 2018.
Richie Mo’unga has shared his thoughts after his long-awaited return to the Test rugby arena with the All Blacks following a three-year absence.
Codie Taylor has put a positive spin on the All Blacks’ defeat in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series, suggesting it has set Dave Rennie’s team up for a successful 2027 Rugby World Cup.
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All Blacks boss Dave Rennie has given his verdict on his team’s 3-1 defeat in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series, a loss confirmed by Saturday’s 43-28 setback versus the Springboks in Baltimore.
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has revealed what keeps his team motivated following their impressive 43-28 victory against the All Blacks in Baltimore on Saturday.
Ruben Love had played all six Tests under Dave Rennie before being replaced by Richie Mo'unga.
Taine Randell has explained why he believes the Springboks are having the upper hand in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series against the All Blacks.
Taine Randell feels All Blacks boss Dave Rennie should select a "chunkier" player in a key position ahead of Saturday's final Greatest Rivalry series Test against the Springboks in Baltimore.
How the final Springboks v All Blacks Test can impact the World Rugby rankings.
Record South African cap holder Eben Etzebeth has described Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series versus the All Blacks as an “amazing time” to live in.
Damian de Allende's milestone appearance isn’t the only reason why the last few weeks in South Africa – and now this week’s finale in the United States of America – have fired up the 34-year-old's imagination.
The All Blacks failed to heed the warning signs from earlier in the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour and paid the price in the third Test.
There is no rotation this time from Rassie Erasmus with the Springboks going all out for a series victory.
Sir Steve Hansen says that Dave Rennie must address two areas of the All Blacks' game before next year's Rugby World Cup.
There will be a number alterations in the All Blacks side to face the Springboks following injuries to key players.
John Smit has issued a big statement about current Springboks hooker Malcolm Marx.
The Springboks have the best two packs in the world, according to a former hooker Hanyani Shimange.
Injured All Blacks prop Tamaiti Williams has praised Springboks counterpart Ox Nche for his performances during Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series.
Mike Blair predicts that the Springboks will shake up their game plan in the final Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Test match.
Springboks assistant coach Deon Davids warns that there is room for improvement in South Africa's scrum and lineout.
The Springboks and All Blacks are on course to meet in next year's Rugby World Cup quarter-finals.
Kyle Sinckler props for a living, and on Dan Biggar's podcast, he made the concession that neither camp would go anywhere near.
Sir Steve Hansen has praised Rassie Erasmus for creating togetherness within the Springboks squad.
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus says Morne van den Berg 'took his opportunity' off the bench against the All Blacks.
Loose Pass is here to delve into the major talking points in the sport.
Dave Rennie says that the All Blacks and World Rugby are not seeing eye to eye on officaiting issues around scrums.
Five takeaways from Rassie Erasmus' selections for the Springboks clash with the All Blacks in Baltimore.
Winners and losers from Rassie Erasmus' selections for the fourth Test against the All Blacks.
The All Blacks could lose the series 3-1 but that doesn't necessarily matter, according to a former Test scrum-half.
Double Rugby World Cup winner Damian Willemse is one of two changes to the Springboks starting XV to face the All Blacks in Saturday's final Greatest Rivalry series Test in Baltimore.
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu continues to struggle to find his form despite the Springboks taking a 2-1 lead over the All Blacks.
The Springboks, Rassie Erasmus, refereeing, the scrum and Rugby's Greatest Rivalry all have their name up in lights.
Planet Rugby features writer James While analyses why teams like the All Blacks and France are built to stay with the world champion Springboks whilst England trail behind.
Sir John Kirwan had no complaints this week after the Springboks proved too strong for the All Blacks and went 2-1 up.
Neil Barnes has urged the All Blacks to "be better" and called for improvement in a key facet of play when they face the Springboks in Saturday's final Greatest Rivalry series Test in Baltimore.
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Rugby's Greatest Rivalry is wrapped up with the Springboks taking the series 3-1! Now that all four Tests are complete, where was this series actually won and lost, and what can both teams take moving forward? In this full series stats breakdown and review: • All Blacks attacking positives: 17 tries scored & 8.5 line…
Harry Jones from the Lekker Rugby Pod joins Martin Devlin for a full post-mortem on the four-test series between the All Blacks and the Springboks. The boys break down South Africa's 3-1 series win, comparing the physical power of the forward packs, the coaching duel between Rassie Erasmus and Dave Rennie, and what New Zealand…
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Ben Youngs and Dan Cole react to South Africa's series-clinching 43-28 win in Baltimore, winning the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry 3-1. As well as reacting to the match, the duo talk all things USA amid rumours Six Nations fixtures could be held there, ahead of the 2031 Rugby World Cup. Plus, a look at the Red…
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Martin Devlin catches up with Chris Jones straight off the flight back from South Africa. The boys break down the hard truths from the three test matches, looking at the All Blacks' ongoing set piece struggles, lineout systems, and why South Africa still has even more levels to reach. 01:41 – What has been learned…
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Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.🚨JOHN KIRWAN RECOGNISES THE BOKS’ EXPERIENCE AND CLASS! | SPRINGBOKS NEWS 🤩
Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.The Between Two Posts panel review the clash between Springboks and the All Blacks in Test Three of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry.
Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.Rassie’s Springbok Starting XV For Baltimore Is SCARY… In A Weird Way 👀 Rassie Erasmus has named his Springbok starting XV for the final Test against the All Blacks in Baltimore — and there are only two changes from the team that won in Soweto. And that might be the most interesting part. Damian Willemse…
Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.🇿🇦 Have The Springboks EXPOSED The All Blacks New Rush Defence? 👀 The All Blacks have introduced a new, aggressive rush defensive system under Dave Rennie — but after three Tests against the Springboks, are we starting to see cracks? The hand-offs, high tackles and missed defensive connections in the third Test raised some serious…
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Springboks v All Blacks delivered again, and the margins were brutal. A 29–24 Soweto classic, decided by scrum pressure, maul power, and a final 10 minutes where composure mattered more than ambition. David Pembroke is joined by Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie to unpack the key moments: missed tackles on Kriel and de Allende, the…
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Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.Is South Africa’s scrum the gap New Zealand still cannot close? 🇿🇦 🇳🇿
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Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.Dave Rennie isn't sugarcoating it: the All Blacks are creating. 12 line breaks to 5. 32 defenders beaten. The game plan is working. But here's the brutal truth: it only takes one bad moment to start a chain reaction. Kickoff → scrum → penalty → lineout → maul → try. Four or five moments in…
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