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Wynne Gray: McCaw shines in my pick for team of tournament

Rugby: How much power does TV have?

One of the most experienced rugby referees has questioned whether TV producers helped the Springboks win their match against the All Blacks last weekend.

Gregor Paul: Returning cavalry will help forget defeat

While the All Blacks have no desire to downplay South Africa's victory or obvious potential, it's not as if they don't have similar room for growth, writes Gregor Paul.

Player ratings: ABs v SA

ABs: Ben Smith to be rested

The All Blacks will make some squad changes to face Australia, with the decision made to rest Ben Smith.

Fekitoa proves he's full of surprises

The big winner in the All Blacks' overseas stint of the Rugby Championship was Malakai Fekitoa.

Rugby: Kerr-Barlow faces lengthy injury layoff

What can the ABs learn from the loss?

The Herald's rugby writers answer three key questions from this morning's test between the All Blacks and the Springboks.

Savea's pace and power slays Pumas

For the All Blacks, and in particular Julian Savea, a tougher test awaits in Johannesburg next Sunday - but they should be pleased with how they dispatched the Pumas.

All Blacks: Fekitoa gets first start at second-five

For two All Blacks at the opposite ends of their careers, Sunday's test against Argentina will be significant for very different reasons.

All Blacks: Injured duo return

Sam Whitelock and Jerome Kaino will provide a boost to the re-shuffled All Blacks team against Argentina at La Plata on Sunday after recovering from their injuries.

Cruden axed and 'deeply embarrassed'

Shamed All Black Aaron Cruden could face further punishment after a boozy night out in Auckland saw him miss an airport check-in and the tour to Argentina and South Africa.

Boozin' Cruden: 'I have no excuses'

Aaron Cruden has spoken out after being dropped from the All Blacks squad for disciplinary reasons, saying "he is deeply embarrassed" by his lack of judgement.

Crotty to miss Pumas test

The 30-man squad for the All Blacks Rugby Championship test matches in Argentina and South Africa has been finalised.

Best performing All Black this season?

Australian Eden Park mauling behind poor sales

Breaking down the 36-win home streak

The All Blacks won their 36th straight home game on Saturday night - we break down the record run.

All Blacks: Three questions

The Herald's rugby writers answer three questions from last night's All Blacks v South Africa test match at Westpac Stadium in Wellington.