All Blacks close in on Springboks in World Rugby rankings
The All Blacks have moved up a spot to fourth in the latest World Rugby rankings and trail the third-placed Springboks by the narrowest of margins.
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Under-pressure Foster expects to remain All Blacks coach
Ian Foster says that he expects to stay on as All Blacks coach after receiving the backing of his players, with his fate to be decided in the coming days.
High-flying Lukhanyo Am reluctant to accept personal plaudits: 'I'm gutted about the result'
Lukhanyo Am played what could justifiably be regarded as his best game in a Springbok jersey but defeat to the All Blacks on Saturday soured the moment.
'Pop-gun' to Top Gun: How Foster's charges silenced noise with Bok win: 'It's been vicious'
Ian Foster's much-maligned tenure as All Blacks coach delivered another twist as his troops' excellent victory over the Springboks at Ellis Park on Saturday comes after a week where his axing seemed a done deal.
Boks to reconsider backfiring bomb squad 6-2 split? 'We always know it's a risk'
Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber hinted ever so slightly that they could reconsider deploying their infamous 6-2 bench split that's backfired a few times this season following early backline injuries.
Not so silky but reliable Kriel backed to fly for Boks against All Blacks: 'He's done the job at wing'
The Springboks have cashed in all their chips on Jesse Kriel at right wing, believing he has the goods to quell New Zealander Caleb Clarke come kick-off on Saturday.
Boks invoke 1995 Ellis Park spirit for All Blacks: 'I used to call myself the township Stransky'
The Springboks conjured the 1995 Rugby World Cup spirit ahead of their clash against the All Blacks at Ellis Park on Saturday, saying they wanted to create new unforgettable memories at the famous ground.