Big test for Nonu, Williams

The cohesion of the All Blacks’ powerful midfield combination will be key to the outcome of Friday’s Test against Argentina, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Back row boasts World Cup flavour

A convincing performance against the Wallabies will strengthen Schalk Burger and Marcell Coetzee’s claims for World Cup selection, writes JON CARDINELLI.

‘Giteau will get Wallabies backs going’

Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer believes recalled Wallabies utility back Matt Giteau could be a talismanic figure for the Australian side. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Burger starts for Boks

Schalk Burger has replaced Warren Whiteley at eighthman for the Springboks' match against the Wallabies in Brisbane.

Naholo to make Test debut

Waisake Naholo will start on the right wing for the All Blacks against Argentina in Christchurch on Friday.

Pumas pick Stormers lock

Argentina have recalled Manuel Carizza for their match against the All Blacks in Christchurch on Friday.

All Boks fit for Brisbane clash

All 31 players in the Springbok squad are available for selection for their Rugby Championship opener against the Wallabies in Brisbane on Saturday.

Owens gets Bok Test

Wales' Nigel Owens will referee the Rugby Championship match between the Springboks and Wallabies in Brisbane.

Acid test for Bok midfield

Damian de Allende and Jesse Kriel will face a sterner and ultimately more significant test of their abilities when they front the Wallabies in Brisbane. JON CARDINELLI reports.

‘Big step up required’

Heyneke Meyer says the Boks will have to ‘hit the ground running’ after arriving in Brisbane late on Monday, Australian time.