All Blacks attack coach Mike Blair expects New Zealand to face a fierce test both on and off the field when they head to South Africa for their blockbuster series against the Springboks.
The All Blacks extended their unbeaten run at Eden Park to 53 Tests as they defeated Ireland 40-21 in an entertaining Nations Championship clash in Auckland.
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie revealed that flyhalf Richie Mo'unga will not be part of the initial touring squad for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry against the Springboks next month.
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has made four changes to the starting fifteen that beat Italy for Saturday's Nations Championship blockbuster against Ireland.
Former All Blacks captain Sean Fitzpatrick believes the Springboks will start as favourites when Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry gets underway next month.
Will Jordan became New Zealand's all-time leading Test try-scorer as the All Blacks beat Italy 47-17 in their Nations Championship clash on Saturday, running in seven tries after a dominant second-half display.