Springboks v All Blacks: Live updates from second Greatest Rivalry Test in Cape Town

The Springboks face New Zealand in the second Test of the Greatest Rivalry Series in Cape Town, with kick-off scheduled for 17:10.

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The fixture is the second meeting between the Springboks and the All Blacks in this series, with the build-up having included discussion around selection, preparation, the scrum and the pressure facing both sides.

Once the final whistle has gone, tune in to KickOff Rugby’s TAP ‘N GO for live reaction, analysis and the major talking points from the game. The programme is hosted by The Rugby Factory’s Andy Daniel and will begin immediately after the match.

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Build-up to the second Test

Several storylines have shaped the conversation before the teams meet again in Cape Town.

The battle at scrum time has been a prominent theme, with one preview focusing on the front-row contest under the headline: “Scrum Wars | The Front Row Strikes Back: ‘The Tank’ refuses to engage in Rennie’s rhetoric”.

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi has also spoken about the mental challenge involved in returning to the team, while a late injury setback has raised questions over whether the hosts’ plans could be affected. The Bok assistant coach has said the late change will not derail their preparation.

Another preview has highlighted the experience within the Springboks selection, asking: “All Blacks beware! This is the most experienced Bok team ever”.

The pressure surrounding the contest has also been summed up by the phrase: “It’s time to put up or shut up…”

New Zealand coach Scott Robertson has acknowledged the prospect of a Springboks response in the second Test. The All Blacks coach is wary of a bounce-back from the hosts, but said: “they’ll be better… and so will we”.

There has also been a change involving the match officials. Illness has forced a referee change for the meeting between the Springboks and the All Blacks in Cape Town.

The Springboks’ scrum has been another key talking point, with Bok forward Wilco Louw stressing that its success depends on the collective effort of the pack rather than one individual. His message was captured in the headline: “Bok strongman Wilco: ‘Our scrum isn’t about one guy, it’s about the whole pack’”.

Away from the technical preparation, Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has indicated that he has time for a beer with New Zealand coach Scott Robertson, but not for a formal meeting with the referee.

Stay with us for live coverage of the second Test in the Greatest Rivalry Series, beginning at 17:10 in Cape Town, followed by KickOff Rugby’s TAP ‘N GO after the final whistle.