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Radio Sport NZ host Martin Devlin gives us a tale of when he met the late Sir Colin Meads. It’s one that will resonate with many Kiwis and rugby fans around the world.

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JD Kiwi 14 minutes ago
The Kennedy Tsimba shift series part three: Willie le Roux on the art of adaptability

Are they twin bladed? 😂

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cnw 18 minutes ago
'It's been tough for Beauden': Dave Rennie explains All Blacks' No.10 switch

Yeah you are probably right but I just think a bit more “through” would be great at minute 70

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JC 20 minutes ago
'It's been tough for Beauden': Dave Rennie explains All Blacks' No.10 switch

I think/hope hes there as a farewell. Last test. Still doesn’t make it right.

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cnw 21 minutes ago
All Blacks concede latest injuries have left leadership hole ahead of decider

Ok GVF have woken up with a more positive attitude. The ABs have not peaked yet - at critical moments / seconds under pressure their system has slowed down and at times misfired. I think part of that is due to Love still learning his 10 game at this level. Nano decision making slightly off. So, even though Richie has not played this DR system yet, he may just be able to navigate those moments / seconds a little better and so keep the AB machine in 5th gear for longer. Another potential positive is Blackadder’s work rate - far superior to Jacobson - and alongside Lakai - that could be significant at ruck time. Missing Ardie is huge - especially in those dark moments - but its time for Vaa’i, Paddy and Taylor to step up. Alongside Richie - we may well see the ABs fire up. The dark “reality” cloud in all of this is that the Boks have not yet peaked - and with their scrum “cheat code” they are plainly firm favourites.

And to be clear I am using “cheat code” in the sense of a gamer who has worked out how to beat the game - NOT that they are doing something nefarious.



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JD Kiwi 26 minutes ago
How the unplanned arrival of Manie Libbok turned the green and gold tide against New Zealand

Four 80s in a row running the cutter against the Boks might have been a bit much!

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JD Kiwi 30 minutes ago
How the unplanned arrival of Manie Libbok turned the green and gold tide against New Zealand

I think Rassie has been very innovative in his rotation. He's certainly given the transition its best chance of success.

Thanks for reading the Liverpool piece… obviously the Springboks paragraph was written through gritted teeth! Don't forget to leave a like!



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frandinand 37 minutes ago
'It's been tough for Beauden': Dave Rennie explains All Blacks' No.10 switch

Absolutely Graham. All the lyrical comments about Rennie and Henry should now be re-examined

Rennie's preposterous statement that they are still considering BB as a number 10 beggars belief after the way he played in the tour opener.



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BluesBust 41 minutes ago
'It's been tough for Beauden': Dave Rennie explains All Blacks' No.10 switch

I dont think TT fits the game plan, AB coaches are trying to run around not through SA.

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cnw 1 hour ago
'It's been tough for Beauden': Dave Rennie explains All Blacks' No.10 switch

It would have to be multiple injuries for that to occur. With Rieko on the bench he would surely cover the first injury. If there are two early back injuries, yeah it might be a problem but it is all about risk and reward - we have only had one back in game injury for the whole tour from memory and that was well into the second half. BB might have a great game as a sub - but does he offer a distinct point of difference to DMcK, Murphy or Jordan in the last 15?

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cnw 1 hour ago
'It's been tough for Beauden': Dave Rennie explains All Blacks' No.10 switch

Agree Toko - it is no coincidence that the Boks got on top of the ABs from about minute 60. A extra forward ball carrier (eg Semisi) or TT would have been great to see - and TT is genuine cover for inside centre and wing. As to fitness the idea is to bring them on only for the last 15-20 to blow holes against soft shoulders. And like you I just dont see the utility value in a 10 / 15 replacement when that is already covered by multiple players, bearing in mind BB must surely be full back cover as Damien must be first choice 10 cover. Jordan could easily go to fullback too and TT covers wing with Rieko covering outside centre. If experience is the issue, well with JB, DMcK, ALB, Jordan, Rieko and Richie, we have one of the most test hardened backlines we have had for a long while. If anything with BB it is starting to look like the Seniors tour…

* Its just occurred to me Richie, JB, Rieko, Jordan, BB, DMcK and ALB all played in the 2023 final … utu time…



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frandinand 1 hour ago
How the unplanned arrival of Manie Libbok turned the green and gold tide against New Zealand

Is it worth having a 35 year old on the bench for “leadership” if he's patently inferior to other players.

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GL 1 hour ago
'It's been tough for Beauden': Dave Rennie explains All Blacks' No.10 switch

Unless BB plays a blinder, hopefully is his last test

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Mzilikazi 1 hour ago
All Blacks turn to fresh bodies with seven changes for Springboks finale

Yes, I think Rennie’s success is in part due to a group of players coming into excellent form this year. Players like Holland and Love. Can’t honestly say that of Roigard, as he was very good last yuear too.

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Mzilikazi 2 hours ago
All Blacks turn to fresh bodies with seven changes for Springboks finale

Thanks, d. Exactly right.

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Mzilikazi 2 hours ago
All Blacks turn to fresh bodies with seven changes for Springboks finale

I was perplexed when I saw your comment in my gmail first, GVF, but coming to the actual comments section of the article, and reading d’s comment below, I assume now you misunderstood my comment.

And I do realise how much support there is for the game from the black/coloured population. One only has to look at crowd shots at any game anywhere the Boks play to realise that. And ofc the upsurge in black coloured people now playing the game is plain for all to see. I count it as a major reason why the Springboks will remain right at the top in the game for the foreseeable future.



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d 2 hours ago
All Blacks turn to fresh bodies with seven changes for Springboks finale

One last run for yesterday’s men before they are put out to pasture; BB, Dmac, Taylor, Paddy, ALB, …… actually, on the strength (or lack of it) of our locking stocks, hang around, Paddy.

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d 2 hours ago
All Blacks turn to fresh bodies with seven changes for Springboks finale

Rennie’s “early success as a coach” can be summed up as “pick the SR winning Canes combo and let them do their thing”. I’m still waiting for the rest.

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GrahamVF 2 hours ago
Rugby's Greatest Rivalry finale will decide World Rankings supremacy

Naughty naughty 😂

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d 2 hours ago
All Blacks turn to fresh bodies with seven changes for Springboks finale

he’s talking about Baltimore, not Cape Town!

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d 2 hours ago
France draft trio of sevens stars for WXV opener against ‘fantastic’ Black Ferns

yes, you can never dismiss the French men and women when it comes to rugby.

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