Razor hails Ardie’s heroics

Razor hails Ardie’s heroics

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson says Ardie Savea’s reputation as a player who “makes the big plays” was enhanced in their 24-17 win over the Springboks on Saturday. The back-row great was a standout in his 100th Test, capping his performance with a crucial ruck...

Rassie rues ‘really bad’ 15 minutes

Rassie Erasmus says the first 15 minutes of the blockbuster Test at Eden Park shook the Springboks’ belief. The Boks ‘won’ the last hour 17-10 but left themselves with too much to do after the All Blacks took an early 14-0 lead – striking twice from lineout...

Boks fall in World Rugby rankings

The Springboks have dropped in the World Rugby rankings after losing 24-17 to the All Blacks at Eden Park. A draw or win would have seen the Boks return to the top of the rankings. Instead, they fall from second to third, below Ireland. REPORT: All Blacks defend...

Jesse: We’ll be back next week

Springbok captain Jesse Kriel rued several handling errors, penalties and their inability to convert chances as the All Blacks snapped a four-match losing streak against the world champions at Eden Park on Saturday. The Boks salvaged a bonus point in a 24-17 loss...