Rugby: New Zealand-raised Japan playmaker recalls ‘miracle’ 2015 World Cup upset over Springboks on 10-year anniversary
“We were just spectators by then. We were just riding the emotions with the crowd,” the now 38-year-old…
All Blacks: Cam Roigard among 13 players released to play NPC matches after Springboks thumping
The All Blacks said Roigard would be available for Counties Manukau’s clash with Auckland on Saturday afternoon in…
Rugby Championship: Springboks captain Siya Kolisi’s tribute to time in NZ with Ardie Savea’s family
The All Blacks called the two rugby powerhouses’ friendship “iconic”. Ahead of the Rugby Championship blockbuster at Eden…
All Blacks’ record loss to Springboks exposes deeper flaws under Scott Robertson – Gregor Paul
As the team trotted back while Damian McKenzie slotted the touchline conversion, there was a palpable sense that…
All Blacks player ratings: New names shine under pressure for Scott Robertson’s men against Springboks
13. Billy Proctor – 5 Threw the pass for Kolbe’s intercept try — bad look for an All…
Leroy Carter’s All Blacks selection: How the speedster got the nod ahead of Rieko Ioane
A bereavement in the Ioane family may have played a part in the selection process but Robertson didn’t…
Richie McCaw back with All Blacks as Springboks make major changes
“I think Richie McCaw might have also been with him last week. The way they were to breakdown,…
What fans thought of referee in Springboks’ loss
The Springboks fell to a disappointing 24-17 defeat against the All Blacks on Saturday, and as is so…
Springboks team: Rassie Erasmus makes sweeping backline changes for second test in Wellington
Regular skipper Siya Kolisi will be in charge of the team, after the captaincy duties were managed by…
Springboks player ratings: The South African stars who struggled against All Blacks
13. Jesse Kriel (c) – 7 After two unconvincing tests against Australia, Jesse Kriel wore the armband at…
All Blacks v Springboks: Ardie Savea challenges Scott Robertson’s side to bottle mindset behind Eden Park triumph
“Keep bringing the pressure. As a player, you thrive on that and it makes you want to do…
All Blacks v Springboks: Eden Park victory signals dawn of new era for Scott Robertson
Test football, particularly against the Boks, is so often reduced to a one-dimensional business of toughness. They make…