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Springbok hooker Malcolm Marx celebrates scoring the decisive try against the All Blacks at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg this past weekend. | AFP
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Peerless Malcolm Marx emulates Sean Fitzpatrick: Springbok hooker reaches greatest of all time heights

Malcolm Marx’s iconic celebration at FNB Stadium brought a 30-year journey full circle, cementing his status as one of rugby union's greatest-ever hookers.

  • Morgan Bolton
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Captains Ardie Savea of the All Blacks, left, and Siya Kolisi of the Springboks will play a massive part in rallying their troops at FNB Stadium this weekend. | Backpagepix
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The Greatest Rivalry in overdrive: Five key match-ups that will decide Springboks v All Blacks in Soweto

Ahead of the crucial third Test at FNB Stadium, we break down the individual duels that will define the clash between the Springboks and All Blacks.

  • Morgan Bolton
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Cheslin Kolbe shifts to full-back as Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus names his team for the third Test against the All Blacks in Johannesburg. | Backpagepix
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Rassie Erasmus opts for continuity in Springboks line-up for All Blacks Test at FNB Stadium

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has named his team to face the All Blacks at FNB Stadium, making front-row rotations and shifting Cheslin Kolbe to full-back following Damian…

  • Morgan Bolton
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Pieter-Steph du Toit became the first Springbok to celebrate his 100th Test with a victory over the All Blacks at DHL Stadium on Saturday.
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PICS: All the action as Pieter-Steph du Toit celebrates 100th Test with win over All Blacks

Under a roaring DHL Stadium roof, the Boks not only faced their greatest rivals but fought to break the dreaded "centurion's curse" helping Pieter-Steph du Toit win his 100th…

  • Zaahier Adams
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Former Springbok wing Breyton Paulse reflects on the incredible rise of Cheslin Kolbe as the star prepares for his return home to Cape Town. | Backpagepix
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EXCLUSIVE | Breyton Paulse hails Cheslin Kolbe's evolution ahead of Stormers homecoming

Former Springbok wing Breyton Paulse praises Cheslin Kolbe's incredible journey, highlighting his character, resilience, and return home to the Stormers.

  • Morgan Bolton
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Grant Williams, pictured, will pair up with Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu at half-back as the Springboks prepare to unleash their attack against the All Blacks. | Backpagepix
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EXCLUSIVE | Victor Matfield dismisses pre-Test 'white noise' ahead of Springboks' Ellis Park clash

Springbok legend Victor Matfield says the team will ignore external media noise and focus on set-piece dominance when they take on the All Blacks at Ellis Park.

  • Morgan Bolton
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The Springboks and All Blacks are set for a tactical showdown as their historic rivalry resumes at Ellis Park on Saturday. | Backpagepix
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Tactics and breakdown battles key as Springboks prepare for All Blacks clash

A closer look at the key tactical battles, kicking strategies, and breakdown dynamics as the Springboks prepare to face the All Blacks at Ellis Park.

  • Morgan Bolton
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