Argentina skipper Julian Montoya has accused his team of shooting itself in the foot during last Saturday’s disappointing 41-24 loss to New Zealand in the opening round of the Rugby Championship.
All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson says South Africa's unexpected loss to Australia won't alter New Zealand's preparation for their upcoming Rugby Championship clash, backing the Springboks to return to their trademark style.
Scott Robertson's All Blacks face a selection rejig for next Saturday's rematch with Argentina in Buenos Aires after it emerged one of their players was taken to hospital in Cordoba.
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.