Preview: All Blacks vs Argentina
The All Blacks should strengthen a position of ascendancy in the Rugby Championship by claiming a bonus-point victory over Argentina on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
13 Springbok stats and facts
For the Rugby Championship match against the Wallabies in Brisbane on Saturday.
Folau returns, Beale at 10
Israel Folau will return at fullback and Kurtley Beale will start at flyhalf for the Wallabies against the Springboks in Brisbane on Saturday.
De la Fuente back at 12 for Argentina
Argentina coach Mario Ledesma has made four changes to his starting lineup to face the All Blacks in Nelson on Saturday.
Mo’unga at 10 for rejigged All Blacks
Richie Mo’unga will make his first Test start when the All Blacks face Argentina in Nelson this Saturday.
Krige: Van Staden should start for Boks
Former Springbok captain Corné Krige says Rassie Erasmus must pick a fetcher to counter the threat of Wallabies flanks David Pocock and Michael Hooper. DYLAN JACK reports.
Paulse: There will be ups and downs
Breyton Paulse says inconsistent performances should be expected from Springboks as Rassie Erasmus tests combinations. DYLAN JACK reports.
Boks can load bench
Saturday’s clash against the Wallabies could see the Springboks take one final opportunity to tinker with their team selection, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Boks have defensive point to prove
The Springboks’ chances of beating the Wallabies and challenging the All Blacks will depend on an improved defensive effort, writes JON CARDINELLI.
Watch: Mbonambi on comeback
Springbok hooker Bongi Mbonambi talks about his recovery from a burst appendix earlier this year.
