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Damian Willemse eager to ignite boyish Bok backline in All Blacks rematch

Damian Willemse is relishing the challenge of starting at inside centre as the Springboks seek retribution against the All Blacks in Round 4 of the Rugby Championship on Saturday.

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Rugby Championship: All Blacks make five changes for Bok rematch in Wellington

The All Blacks selectors have named a much-changed team to play the Springboks at Wellington's Sky Stadium this Saturday.

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Eben Etzebeth's surprise omission from Bok squad explained

The Springboks’ burgeoning lock stocks are part of the reason for Eben Etzebeth being left out of the side to face the All Blacks, says assistant coach Duane Vermeulen.

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Duane Vermeulen backing young Bok backs to bamboozle All Blacks

There is a youthful air about the Springbok backline this weekend, and former stalwart Duane Vermeulen believes they have what it takes to trounce the All Blacks.

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All Blacks star Quinn Tupaea wary of exciting new Bok backline: 'They've got a few ballers'

All Blacks centre Quinn Tupaea says the Springboks' bold backline reshuffle for Saturday's rematch in Wellington have definitely caught the team's attention.

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Springbok wing Ethan Hooker focused and grounded ahead of first Test start against All Blacks

Ethan Hooker may be just two Tests into his international career, but the Springbok back insists he's not overawed by the prospect of starting against the All Blacks in one of rugby's fiercest rivalries.

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