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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
RUGBYS GREATEST RIVALRY

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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Steven Kitshoff expects Malcolm Marx to deliver a monster performance at hooker when the Boks collide with New Zealand at Ellis Park. | Backpagepix
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EXCLUSIVE | Kitshoff: Boks will win battle up front against All Blacks

Former Springbok tells The National why he backs South Africa in the Ellis Park Test today.

  • Morgan Bolton
3 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
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All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie will use the clash at Loftus Versfeld to settle his starting lineup for the opening Test against the Springboks. | AFP
BULLS RUGBY

Why an All Blacks win at Loftus might actually suit the Springboks

As the Bulls prepare to host New Zealand at Loftus Versfeld, a victory for the visitors could be the ideal scenario for the Springboks ahead of next week's first Test at Ellis…

  • Mike Greenaway
3 min read