ALL BLACKS

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Assistant coach Jerry Flannery backs Boks to break Eden Park hoodoo

Springbok assistant coach Jerry Flannery is aware that the World Champions have to be at their best if they are to defeat the All Blacks at Eden Park on Saturday.

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The All Blacks have more questions than answers, says Jake White

World Cup-winning coach Jake White believes the All Blacks are at a critical juncture in their proud rugby history.

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Tony Brown under no illusions as to the challenge awaiting the Boks

Springbok assistant coach Tony Brown believes their upcoming Rugby Championship clash against New Zealand is the biggest challenge since the 2023 Rugby World Cup final.

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World Cup-winning All Black enjoying competitiveness of Rugby Championship

Former All Blacks pivot Stephen Donald heaped praise on the 2025 Rugby Championship after two thrilling rounds.

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Kwagga Smith eyes historic Eden Park win for Springboks

Springbok loose forward Kwagga Smith believes that defeating the All Blacks at Eden Park would be a landmark achievement in South Africa's quest to return to the top of the World Rugby rankings.

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Boks within striking distance of No. 1 as Rugby Championship showdown looms

The Springboks climbed to No. 2 in the World Rugby rankings after their 30-22 win over the Wallabies in Cape Town, combined with the All Blacks' upset loss to Argentina in Buenos Aires.