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Dave Rennie admits win over Springboks was closer than scoreline suggests

New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie believes the 33-16 margin of victory over the Springboks was not an accurate reflection of how the match went down.

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Erasmus: “They really know how to stop you when you’re in their 22”

Rassie Erasmus has commended New Zealand’s resilience in their own defensive 22 following the Springboks 33-16 defeat to the All Blacks in the opening test of the inaugural Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry.

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"We were thoroughly beaten" - Rassie Erasmus reflects on loss to All Blacks

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus recalled previous Springbok setbacks after his team's 33-16 defeat by the All Blacks in the opening test of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry at Ellis Park on Saturday.

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All Blacks coach wary of Springboks' multiple weapons ahead of Ellis Park battle

New Zealand assistant coach Tana Umaga says they have to be ready for anything when they tackle the Springboks at Ellis Park on Saturday in the first Test match of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry.

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Felix Jones bracing for huge intensity in Springboks v All Blacks opening clash

Springbok assistant coach Felix Jones believes both the Boks and All Blacks would be equally prepared going into Saturday's opening Test of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry in Johannesburg.

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Malcolm Marx: All Blacks will come after us at scrum time

Hooker Malcolm Marx revealed the Springboks are expecting an intense scrum duel against the All Blacks at Ellis Park on Saturday.

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