It was a solid display last night but the option taking - across the whole team - wasn't up to scratch.

Most of the noise about Argentina converges on the power in their pack.

The All Black press conference was an early start. It was at their Hamilton hotel though and players knew it was on their agenda.

Argentina stared at rugby history twice and blinked.

Sanzar reckon that by Christmas they will have a new plan for what Super Rugby should look like in 2016. Maybe they will, but contrary to impressions, they are a long way from agreement.

Sir Graham Henry had an effect on the Pumas after their mauling by the Springboks - and is continuing his efforts to make the Argentine team more ambitious.

With two games behind them, I'm fully expecting Argentina to be competitive and challenging opposition for the All Blacks.

It's fortunate for Argentina that their Sanzar partners are prepared to take a long term view in regard to the Pumas' involvement in the Rugby Championship.

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has given his forwards a message - what you're doing isn't good enough.

Steve Hansen is relieved to have one crucial individual back in the fold but knows his side has to deal with other problems against the Pumas on Sunday.