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.
The All Blacks delivered a much-improved performance as they clinched an emphatic 43-17 triumph over France in Wellington.
The All Blacks have suffered an injury setback on the eve of their second Test match against France in Wellington.
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has made two injury-enforced changes to his starting XV that face France in the second Test match at Sky Stadium in Wellington on Saturday.
The All Blacks have confirmed that captain Scott Barrett will miss the remainder of the Test series against France.