RWC: The Springboks' famous five
The All Blacks' semifinal opponents also have a handful of superstar veterans who are on the way out.
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As the Rugby World Cup 2015 semi-finals rapidly approach, we've gathered up all the vital information you need to know before settling in to cheer on the All Blacks.
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All Blacks: South Africa 'our ultimate rival'
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All Blacks duo still under injury clouds
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Nisbett: ABs v Springboks - A contrast of styles
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RWC: Boks will push ABs to the edge
A performance from the ABs that gives the Boks a considerable amount to worry about.
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RWC: Humble pursuit of master's jersey
Lood de Jager, all 22 years of him, was humble about the competition for the No 5 Springbok jersey between him and a legend 16 years his elder.
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Lomu's try record equalled
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RWC: Du Preez proud to be leading
After du Preez declined captaincy for the Springboks in 2012, he is now honored to lead the Boks into the mighty battle against the fiery Scots.