Springbok duo Cheslin Kolbe and Marco van Staden are gearing up for a career-defining moment as they prepare to face the All Blacks at Eden Park for the first time.
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.
As the Springboks prepare to face the All Blacks at Eden Park, head coach Rassie Erasmus is embracing the challenge of taking on a side that has made the Auckland venue such an impenetrable fortress.