The Springboks' hold on the top spot in the World Rugby rankings is under threat this weekend in the Rugby Championship, with both New Zealand and Ireland in with a chance of replacing them.
Captain and lock Scott Barrett returns from injury to lead the All Blacks into the first round of the 2025 Rugby Championship against Argentina in Cordoba on Saturday.
Scott Robertson has delivered a mixed injury update ahead of the All Blacks' Rugby Championship opener against Argentina.
All Blacks flyhalf Richie Mo'unga has signed an 18-month deal with New Zealand Rugby, but he will only be available in 2026.
Wallace Sititi and Tamaiti Williams return to an injury-hit All Black Rugby Championship squad that features four uncapped players.
New Zealand scrumhalf Cameron Roigard is the latest star to join the sidelines as the All Blacks' injury list hit double digits this week.