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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
8 min read
Damian de Allende will earn his 100th Springbok cap when South Africa take on the All Blacks at Ellis Park this Saturday. | Backpagepix
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Damian de Allende reaches 100 Springbok caps: Underrated stalwart set for milestone against All Blacks

Springbok centre Damian de Allende is set to earn his 100th Test cap against the All Blacks at Ellis Park. Former teammate Steven Kitshoff pays tribute to the underrated midfield…

  • Morgan Bolton
4 min read
The Springboks and All Blacks are set for a tactical showdown as their historic rivalry resumes at Ellis Park on Saturday. | Backpagepix
SPRINGBOKS

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
6 min read
Richie Mo’unga’s call-up to the All Blacks squad adds extra spice to the flyhalf battle against the Springboks. | AFP
SPRINGBOKS

Richie Mo’unga recall elevates flyhalf duel ahead of Springboks Test series

The return of swashbuckling flyhalf Richie Mo’unga to the All Blacks squad sets up an enticing battle of playmakers against South Africa’s Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu.

  • Mike Greenaway
3 min read