RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP

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Rugby Championship: All Blacks assistant coach hails inter-squad competitiveness

New Zealand assistant coach Jason Ryan revealed that the competition for places in the All Blacks side is keeping the players on their toes.

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Wallabies focused on winning collisions in the second Test, says Nick Frost

Coming off a remarkable Rugby Championship win over the Springboks has not deterred this week's work ethic, says Wallaby lock Nick Frost.

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Rassie Erasmus makes 10 changes as Springboks seek redemption against Wallabies

Rassie Erasmus has named his team to face Australia in Saturday's must-win rematch in Cape Town, featuring no less than 10 changes to the starting line-up.

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Argentina captain Montoya admits they 'shot themselves in the foot' against All Blacks

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.

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All Blacks coach Scott Robertson expects Springboks to go back to basics

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.

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Jesse Kriel takes charge as Boks hit by injuries

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has backed Jesse Kriel as the ideal man to lead the side following what he called an embarrassing defeat to Australia in the Rugby Championship opener at Ellis Park.