SOUTH AFRICA

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Steve Hansen urges All Blacks to do the unexpected against the Springboks

Former All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen believes New Zealand will have a better chance of beating the Springboks in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour if they can disrupt South Africa's game plan.

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Courtney Lawes in awe of Springbok cohesion

Former England star Courtney Lawes says the Springboks' ability to beat teams as a unit is one of the biggest factors in them being the best side in the world.

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Rassie Erasmus praises Springbok defensive improvement after Wales win

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus was pleased with how his team defended against Wales and believes their opponents struggled with the long travel between Nations Championship games and tricky conditions in Durban.

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Nick Mallet backs Paul de Villiers to be a future Springbok captain

Former Springbok head coach Nick Mallet believes Paul de Villiers has the maturity to lead the team in the future after impressing in his first three matches in green and gold.

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Rassie Erasmus says Springboks have solved key issue after Wales rout

Rassie Erasmus believes the Springboks has opened up on the areas that were successfully addressed in the 43-0 victory over Wales in Durban.

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All Blacks braced for hostile South African tour, says attack coach

All Blacks attack coach Mike Blair expects New Zealand to face a fierce test both on and off the field when they head to South Africa for their blockbuster series against the Springboks.

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