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Tough 2010 Tri-Nations schedule for the Springboks
Champions South Africa face a demanding three consecutive Test opening to the defence of their Tri-Nations title in the 2010 campaign.
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The fourth element
Andy Capostagno ponders the changes Argentina will bring to southern hemisphere rugby tournaments.
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Wallabies savaged after rout by New Zealand
Australia coach Robbie Deans has threatened to wield the axe after the Wallabies were thrashed 33-6 by New Zealand.
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All Blacks crush Wallabies for 33-6
Cory Jane scored his first Test try as the New Zealand All Blacks ovepowered Australia 33-6 in their Tri-Nations match at Westpac Stadium.
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All Blacks, Wallabies in dance of the desperates
With the Tri-Nations title beyond reach, Saturday’s match between the All Blacks and Wallabies has become a battle to avoid the wooden spoon.
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Wallabies wary of All Blacks’ backlash
The vitriol aimed at the All Blacks by their own supporters after they lost the Tri-Nations rugby crown to South Africa has the Wallabies on edge.
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Five changes for the All Blacks
The All Blacks have made five changes to their team to play Australia in their attempt to avoid the Tri-Nations wooden spoon on Saturday.
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Boks arrive in Jo’burg to warm welcome
The heroic Springboks were welcomed back to home soil on Monday by a variety of fans reflecting the popularity of the world champions.
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IRB welcomes Tri-Nations expansion
World rugby’s governing body on Monday hailed the invitation extended to Argentina to join an expanded Tri-Nations series from 2012.
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Argentina invited to join Tri-Nations from 2012
Argentina have been invited to join South Africa, New Zealand and Australia in an expanded Southern hemisphere championship from 2012.
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Steyn helps Springboks to win Tri-Nations
Long-range strikes from Frans Steyn and an intercept try by Jean de Villiers helped South Africa to get a 32-29 victory over New Zealand.
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We can only get better for 2011 World Cup, say Springboks
South Africa were still improving and can only get better heading into the 2011 World Cup in New Zealand, said captain John Smit.
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Nearly heroes
Will the Springboks return from their crucial Tri-Nations Test in Hamilton as conquering heroes or nearly men?
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Boks look back to gain inspiration for All Blacks
A victory more than 12 months ago rather than two this season will help motivate South Africa in their Tri-Nations encounter against New Zealand.
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All Blacks question strength of Bok scrum
The Springboks slipped quietly into New Zealand on Thursday, leaving their hosts to do the trash-talking this time.
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Wallaby win buoys All Blacks for crunch Test
The All Blacks have taken a leaf out of the Wallabies’
book for Saturday’s make-or-break Tri-Nations Test against the Springboks.
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Just one change for the Springboks
The Springboks have called up Francois Steyn in the sole change to their side for the crucial Tri-Nations match against New Zealand on Saturday.
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Bok coach takes aim at referees
South Africa are being unfairly targeted by referees because of their status as the world’s best team, according to Springbok coach Peter de Villiers.
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Boks delay naming team for All Blacks Test
SA have delayed naming their team for the Test against New Zealand as they await results of fitness tests on Bryan Habana and Pierre Spies.
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Donald, Nonu in for Kiwis ahead of crunch match
New Zealand will field a revamped midfield for their Tri-Nations crunch match against South Africa in Hamilton on Saturday
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Smit: ‘They beat us at our own game’
The Springboks still control the destiny of this year’s Tri-Nations title despite their mauling by the Wallabies, skipper John Smit said.
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Australia upset South Africa in Tri-Nations
Australia upset South Africa 21-6 at Lang Park on Saturday to stall the world champions’ bid to wrap up the Tri-Nations.
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Finger on all the right buttons
The SA coach may have managed to put together the best Springbok team of all time, writes Andy Capostagno.
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Boks close in on Tri-Nations title
The world champion Springboks are looking to seal their first Tri-Nations crown in five years against the under-fire Wallabies on Saturday.
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All Blacks’ Carter may be shifted against Boks
Injury problems may force the All Blacks to play Dan Carter out of his accustomed position against South Africa in the September 12 Tri-Nations Test.
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SA yet to hit top gear, says De Villiers
South Africa have romped to four successive wins in the Tri-Nations this season but the world champions have yet to hit full stride
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Boks stick with winning formula for Aussie clash
South Africa on Tuesday named a largely unchanged side to face Australia in Saturday’s Tri-Nations Test.
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Australia wield axe for Tri-Nations clash with Boks
Australia’s selectors have finally run out of patience with their misfiring team and dropped five players for this weekend’s Tri-Nations Test.
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De Villiers looks for strongest team to play Wallabies
Bok coach Peter de Villiers will not repeat his error from the British and Irish Lions series and will name his strongest side to face Australia.
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Boks to work on scrum ahead of Wallabies clash
The Springboks have work to do on their scrum as they close in on this year’s Tri-Nations against the Wallabies next weekend.
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SA too strong for Australia in Tri-Nations
World champions South Africa moved closer to wrapping up this year’s Tri-Nations with a 32-25 win over Australia at Perth’s Subiaco Oval on Saturday.
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Boks ready to storm Perth
When the Springboks took the flight to Perth this week, the weight of expectation might have been enough for the team to be charged excess baggage.