Scott Robertson has acknowledged that Saturday's Rugby Championship clash with South Africa at Eden Park is the biggest test of his tenure as All Blacks head coach.
Springbok powerhouse RG Snyman admits the Boks would dearly love to beat the All Blacks at Eden Park and end their long-standing unbeaten record, but admits it's going to be a "helluva tough task".
The All Blacks have received a welcome boost ahead of their Rugby Championship clash with the Springboks, with star tighthead prop Tyrel Lomax ready to return to action.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus explained that captain Siya Kolisi may just make the starting XV for the upcoming Rugby Championship blockbuster against the All Blacks.
The All Blacks are without the services of six players as they prepare for a blockbuster clash against the Springboks at Eden Park this Saturday.
Experienced scrumhalf Faf de Klerk will join the Springboks in New Zealand for the second leg of their Rugby Championship campaign against the All Blacks.