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Boks, All Blacks to square off twice before Rugby World Cup

Springbok fans can look forward to two showdowns with New Zealand in the build-up to the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France.

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Steve Hansen urges caution with timing of All Blacks coaching appointment

New Zealand Rugby must be careful before deciding when they will announce whether head coach Ian Foster will be retained or replaced after the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France.

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All Blacks star Beauden Barrett offered contract exemption by NZR

All Blacks utility back Beauden Barrett has been offered an exemption by New Zealand Rugby (NZR) to continue his international career while playing for an overseas club.

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James Lowe on facing the All Blacks: It's a bit weird

Ireland wing James Lowe admits it was "a bit weird" playing against his country of birth, New Zealand, earlier this year.

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