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Slow start one area for improvement
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Slow start one area for improvement

As the All Blacks approach their penultimate test of the year it's not difficult to work out what their major goal will be - an 80-minute performance against Scotland at Murrayfield after being able to achieve that only once so far this year.

All Blacks: 'true test match'
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All Blacks: 'true test match'

After a brutal and intense match against the Springboks in Wellington the All Blacks knew it could have gone either way but, they give credit to the Springboks in what was an intense test match.

All Blacks: 'It wasn't perfect'
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All Blacks: 'It wasn't perfect'

All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen says 'it was a pretty good test match and it's a shame in a game like that someone has to lose, but I'm glad it wasn't us. Captain Richie McCaw says 'it wasn't perfect, but to guts out a win like that we're pretty happy'.

All Blacks: Luatua 'I need a reminder'
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All Blacks: Luatua 'I need a reminder'

Steven Luatua's return to field for the All Blacks has been a grinding effort for the 23 year old. Coach Steve Hansen has never been short of his opinion and determination to remind the youngster he wants a player who can work through the pain, Luatua is quick to admit he just needed a reminder.

All Blacks: 'Springboks always a challenge'
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All Blacks: 'Springboks always a challenge'

All Blacks captain Richie McCaw has nothing but respect for the Springboks and their captain who is to make his 100th test appearance for South Africa. A great acheivement for any player. Although McCaw is hoping to spoil the celebrations at Westpac Stadium.

Hansen ' there's an excitement'
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Hansen ' there's an excitement'

All Blacks head coach says there's an excitement for the upcoming test against the Springboks in Wellington. 'The harder the challenge the more fun you have'. Hansen has much respect for the team, their coach and the country.

Rugby Herald: All Blacks build confidence
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Rugby Herald: All Blacks build confidence

Herald rugby scribes Gregor Paul & Patrick McKendry are joined by Radio Sport Nigel Yalden to give their expert opinion and analysis after the All Blacks were victoriuos against a difficult Pumas team in Napier 28-9.

All Blacks: Hansen 'good defensive effort'
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All Blacks: Hansen 'good defensive effort'

The All Blacks picked up a bonus point with the win against the Pumas, head coach Steve Hansen was very pleased with that achievement and a very good defensive effort which kept Argentina tryless in the 28-9 victory.

Rugby: Pumas 'Happy with preparations'
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Rugby: Pumas 'Happy with preparations'

Pumas captain Aqustin Creevy says they are happy with their preparation heading into the test against the All Blacks, a more experienced mature & experienced side who has confidence not just in their forward pack but also in their backline.