The All Blacks wing stocks have been dealt another blow on the eve of the third Test match against France at the FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton.
Junior Springbok captain Riley Norton says the team has come a long way since the SANZAAR U20 Rugby Championship final in Gqeberha earlier this year, as they prepare for a blockbuster rematch against New Zealand in Saturday’s World Rugby U20 Championship final in Rovigo, Italy.
All Blacks boss Scott Robertson has made no less than ten changes to his side for the third and final test against France at FMG Stadium in Hamilton.
The match officials for the upcoming Rugby Championship have been announced, including the much-anticipated Eden Park clash between the All Blacks and Springboks.
South Africa continue to lead the World Rugby rankings, though New Zealand are narrowing the gap with only 1.06 points between the sides ahead of this weekend's fixtures.
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has weighed in on the Springboks' latest tactical innovations revealed in last weekend's win over Italy.