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Jesse Kriel vows Boks will find solutions after All Blacks setback

Springbok centre Jesse Kriel was gracious in defeat, but promised they would come back stronger after their loss at the hands of the All Blacks in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Series opener in Johannesburg on Saturday.

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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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Rassie Erasmus: World Rugby rule has created 'gap' between coaches and referees

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus believes World Rugby rules on pre-game meetings with match officials are frustrating coaches and forcing them to voice their concerns in the media.

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