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  2. Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry
All Blacks: Dave Rennie issues Damian McKenzie injury update and provides ‘which direction’ verdict on Billy Proctor’s replacement
Jack Tunney
12 Aug 2026

All Blacks: Dave Rennie issues Damian McKenzie injury update and provides ‘which direction’ verdict on Billy Proctor’s replacement

Dave Rennie has revealed the extent of Damian McKenzie's injury after twisting his ankle in the All Blacks' 0-54 victory over the Sharks on Tuesday evening.

New Zealand
Ma’a Nonu reveals he initially said ‘no’ to spectacular haka moment before Tana Umaga and All Blacks intervention
Colin Newboult
12 Aug 2026

Ma’a Nonu reveals he initially said ‘no’ to spectacular haka moment before Tana Umaga and All Blacks intervention

There was an iconic moment when Ma'a Nonu performed Kapa o Pango against the All Blacks.

New Zealand
Sharks v All Blacks: Winners and losers as centre sets the ‘gold standard’ while Ma’a Nonu shows ‘tremendous’ aggression
Jack Tunney
12 Aug 2026

Sharks v All Blacks: Winners and losers as centre sets the ‘gold standard’ while Ma’a Nonu shows ‘tremendous’ aggression

Planet Rugby's winners and losers following the All Blacks' dominant victory over the Sharks.

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Sharks v All Blacks: Five takeaways as Jordie Barrett masters the conditions in waterlogged win that will ‘bear no resemblance’ to Springboks challenge
James While
11 Aug 2026

Sharks v All Blacks: Five takeaways as Jordie Barrett masters the conditions in waterlogged win that will ‘bear no resemblance’ to Springboks challenge

Following a 54-0 victory for New Zealand at Kings Park on Tuesday, here are our five takeaways from the second match of the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour.

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
All Blacks: Ardie Savea opens up on effects of his break ahead of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour
David Skippers
11 Aug 2026

All Blacks: Ardie Savea opens up on effects of his break ahead of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour

After missing the start of the All Blacks' Greatest Rivalry tour, Ardie Savea is excited about joining his team-mates in South Africa and is raring to go after his recent break.

New Zealand
All Blacks player ratings v Sharks: Outside bets ‘strengthen cases’ for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tests amid Jordie Barrett ‘masterclass’
Louis Chapman Coombe
11 Aug 2026

All Blacks player ratings v Sharks: Outside bets ‘strengthen cases’ for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tests amid Jordie Barrett ‘masterclass’

Here is how we scored Dave Rennie's side from their comfortable win over the Sharks.

New Zealand
Eight-try All Blacks make statement of intent with crushing victory over hapless Sharks
David Skippers
11 Aug 2026

Eight-try All Blacks make statement of intent with crushing victory over hapless Sharks

New Zealand outmuscled the Sharks in their Greatest Rivalry tour encounter to claim a deserved 54-0 victory in Durban on Tuesday.

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Sharks player ratings v All Blacks: Where the ‘gulf in class’ was most evident as Springboks rookie is ‘outplayed’ while Ma’a Nonu produced flashes of brilliance
Jared Wright
11 Aug 2026

Sharks player ratings v All Blacks: Where the ‘gulf in class’ was most evident as Springboks rookie is ‘outplayed’ while Ma’a Nonu produced flashes of brilliance

Sharks player ratings following their defeat to the All Blacks in Durban.

Sharks
Sharks v All Blacks: Result, scorers, match stats, line-ups
Planet Rugby
11 Aug 2026

Sharks v All Blacks: Result, scorers, match stats, line-ups

How the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour clash between the Sharks and All Blacks unfolded!

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Murray Mexted warns All Blacks of what they can expect in the ‘most competitive environment’
David Skippers
11 Aug 2026

Murray Mexted warns All Blacks of what they can expect in the ‘most competitive environment’

Ex-New Zealand number eight Murray Mexted has warned the All Blacks about what they can expect on Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour of South Africa.

New Zealand
Sharks v All Blacks: How to watch, team news, kick-off times and match official appointments
Adam Kyriacou
11 Aug 2026

Sharks v All Blacks: How to watch, team news, kick-off times and match official appointments

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour continues on Tuesday with the All Blacks facing their second South African club side, the Sharks, at Kings Park in Durban.

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Sharks boss explains the ‘reasons’ why Ma’a Nonu is facing the All Blacks: ‘He’s slotted in like he has been here for a long time’
Jared Wright
11 Aug 2026

Sharks boss explains the ‘reasons’ why Ma’a Nonu is facing the All Blacks: ‘He’s slotted in like he has been here for a long time’

JP Pietersen has hit back at the criticism following the inclusion of Ma'a Nonu in the matchday 23 to face the All Blacks.

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Sharks v All Blacks prediction: Springbok-shorn hosts to ‘make a memory’ and the contest that could have ‘genuine consequences’ in Greatest Rivalry series
James While
11 Aug 2026

Sharks v All Blacks prediction: Springbok-shorn hosts to ‘make a memory’ and the contest that could have ‘genuine consequences’ in Greatest Rivalry series

The All Blacks take on a depleted Sharks side in their second fixture of the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour at Kings Park in Durban on Tuesday.

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Victor Matfield: The All Blacks’ ‘big question mark’ as Dave Rennie’s men can’t afford Stormers repeat against Springboks
Jared Wright
11 Aug 2026

Victor Matfield: The All Blacks’ ‘big question mark’ as Dave Rennie’s men can’t afford Stormers repeat against Springboks

Victor Matfield believes that the Stormers provided the All Blacks with a small taste of what the Springboks will bring.

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Sir John Kirwan ‘prays’ the All Blacks won’t get ‘pedantic’ referees in Springboks series after ‘poor’ officiating in Cape Town
Jared Wright
11 Aug 2026

Sir John Kirwan ‘prays’ the All Blacks won’t get ‘pedantic’ referees in Springboks series after ‘poor’ officiating in Cape Town

Sir John Kirwan has slammed the performance of the match officials in the All Blacks' 38-21 victory over the Stormers.

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
All Blacks latest: Dave Rennie forced into late reshuffle as key man withdraws from Sharks showdown
Louis Chapman Coombe
11 Aug 2026

All Blacks latest: Dave Rennie forced into late reshuffle as key man withdraws from Sharks showdown

The All Blacks have been forced into a late change ahead of their meeting with the Sharks.

New Zealand
Ex-England winger claims All Blacks star has Cheslin Kolbe for speed but footwork is ‘best there’s ever been’
Jack Tunney
10 Aug 2026

Ex-England winger claims All Blacks star has Cheslin Kolbe for speed but footwork is ‘best there’s ever been’

Former England stars Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson have argued that one winger stands out above all others in the global game right now.

Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
Sir Steve Hansen’s bold ‘100 per cent’ Richie Mo’unga claim as ex-All Blacks boss backs Dave Rennie to make ‘right decision’
Colin Newboult
10 Aug 2026

Sir Steve Hansen’s bold ‘100 per cent’ Richie Mo’unga claim as ex-All Blacks boss backs Dave Rennie to make ‘right decision’

Sir Steve Hansen gives his verdict on the Richie Mo'unga situation as speculation mounts following Billy Proctor's injury.

New Zealand
Rassie Erasmus provides incredibly blunt response to Cameron Hanekom’s All Blacks chances despite ‘getting better’ assessment
Colin Newboult
10 Aug 2026

Rassie Erasmus provides incredibly blunt response to Cameron Hanekom’s All Blacks chances despite ‘getting better’ assessment

The number eight was the Springboks' star performer on Saturday but that has not necessarily moved him up the pecking order.

South Africa
Who’s hot and who’s not: ‘Age just a number’ for Springboks call-up while Beauden Barrett blows All Blacks ‘opportunity’
Adam Kyriacou
10 Aug 2026

Who’s hot and who’s not: ‘Age just a number’ for Springboks call-up while Beauden Barrett blows All Blacks ‘opportunity’

Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action.

Who's hot and who's not
Sir Steve Hansen: The Springboks ‘roll the dice every time’ with the Bomb Squad and the Stormers showed why it’s a ‘risk’
Colin Newboult
10 Aug 2026

Sir Steve Hansen: The Springboks ‘roll the dice every time’ with the Bomb Squad and the Stormers showed why it’s a ‘risk’

The Bomb Squad has become a key weapon for the Springboks but does it also make them vulnerable?

South Africa
Springboks: Nick Mallett reveals the ‘safer bet’ for fly-half spot and who is ‘in the pound seats’ if Siya Kolisi is injured
David Skippers
10 Aug 2026

Springboks: Nick Mallett reveals the ‘safer bet’ for fly-half spot and who is ‘in the pound seats’ if Siya Kolisi is injured

Nick Mallett has given his verdict on selections for South Africa's first Test against New Zealand in Johannesburg later this month.

South Africa
Springboks recall World Cup winner for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series amid Siya Kolisi fears
Louis Chapman Coombe
10 Aug 2026

Springboks recall World Cup winner for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series amid Siya Kolisi fears

The 39-year-old won the last of his 13 Test caps in the 2023 World Cup final.

South Africa
Argentina v Springboks: Five things Rassie Erasmus learned as ‘least convincing’ duo a concern ahead of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series with All Blacks
James While
10 Aug 2026

Argentina v Springboks: Five things Rassie Erasmus learned as ‘least convincing’ duo a concern ahead of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series with All Blacks

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus asked for a hard Test before facing the All Blacks in the Greatest Rivalry series and Argentina gave him one.

South Africa
All Blacks relishing Ma’a Nonu ‘spectacle’ as reason for Sharks veteran’s longevity revealed
Adam Kyriacou
09 Aug 2026

All Blacks relishing Ma’a Nonu ‘spectacle’ as reason for Sharks veteran’s longevity revealed

All Blacks lock Patrick Tuipulotu admits that he was shocked to see the Sharks name New Zealand legend Ma'a Nonu in their 23 for Tuesday's fixture.

New Zealand
All Blacks team: Winners and losers as ‘second fiddle’ nine given chance to shine while promising centre ‘forced’ to return home
Jack Tunney
09 Aug 2026

All Blacks team: Winners and losers as ‘second fiddle’ nine given chance to shine while promising centre ‘forced’ to return home

Dave Rennie has announced his All Blacks team to take on the Sharks in their Greatest Rivalry clash at Kings Park Stadium in Durban on Tuesday.

New Zealand
John Dobson reveals how ‘feedback’ on Stormers v All Blacks clash could help Springboks with Greatest Rivalry Test preparations
David Skippers
09 Aug 2026

John Dobson reveals how ‘feedback’ on Stormers v All Blacks clash could help Springboks with Greatest Rivalry Test preparations

John Dobson has revealed that the Stormers will provide feedback to the Springboks on their recent encounter against the All Blacks in Cape Town on Friday.

Stormers
All Blacks dealt Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry setback as second player forced to return home
David Skippers
09 Aug 2026

All Blacks dealt Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry setback as second player forced to return home

The All Blacks have lost another player to injury during their Greatest Rivalry tour of South Africa.

New Zealand
All Blacks team: Five takeaways as Dave Rennie’s ‘power-packed’ selection results in ‘gulf in class’ against Sharks
Adam Kyriacou
09 Aug 2026

All Blacks team: Five takeaways as Dave Rennie’s ‘power-packed’ selection results in ‘gulf in class’ against Sharks

Following the announcement of the All Blacks side that will take on the Sharks in their Greatest Rivalry tour clash, here's our five takeaways from Dave Rennie's selection.

New Zealand
Comment: All Blacks need not ‘worry’ after Springboks ‘escaped to victory’ against Argentina
Alex Spink
09 Aug 2026

Comment: All Blacks need not ‘worry’ after Springboks ‘escaped to victory’ against Argentina

This was no masterpiece. If it were a painting, no one would want it framed and hung in the Louvre. On a cold day, miles from home, South Africa escaped to victory. Imperious they were not.

South Africa
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