McKendry, Patrick

All Blacks halfback Cam Roigard is well wrapped up by the South African defence in Baltimore.

Analysis: Are the All Blacks really on track after 'Greatest Rivalry' series loss?

The Boks finished the series with a blowout in Baltimore for a 3-1 win. 1News rugby writers Scotty Stevenson and Patrick McKendry look back on a compelling tour.

Mon, Sep 14

The Springboks celebrate Cameron Hanekom's try against the All Blacks.

All Blacks 'tracking in right direction' says disappointed Rennie

The defeat in Baltimore was the heaviest of the series, won 3-1 by the Springboks.

Sun, Sep 13

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Will Jordan is tackled during the All Blacks loss to the Boks in the fourth Test.

Boks finish with a flourish against All Blacks to win series 3-1

The world champions again show their quality in Baltimore and the threat they will pose at next year's World Cup in Australia.

Sun, Sep 13

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Experienced All Blacks Beauden Barrett, left, and Richie Mo'unga.

All Blacks turn to experience for crucial fourth Test against Boks

The returns for Richie Mo'unga and Beauden Barrett, plus other veterans, will add a huge amount of leadership potential to the All Blacks in Baltimore.

Fri, Sep 11

All Blacks loose forward Wallace Sititi waves to the FNB Stadium crowd after his team's loss to South Africa.

All Blacks expecting the unexpected as series comes down to the wire

A win in Baltimore will allow the All Blacks to tie the series against the Boks but they will have to do it without two key loose forwards.

Thu, Sep 10

Analysis: Are the All Blacks really on track after 'Greatest Rivalry' series loss?

The Boks finished the series with a blowout in Baltimore for a 3-1 win. 1News rugby writers Scotty Stevenson and Patrick McKendry look back on a compelling tour.

Mon, Sep 14

All Blacks 'tracking in right direction' says disappointed Rennie

The defeat in Baltimore was the heaviest of the series, won 3-1 by the Springboks.

Sun, Sep 13

2:16

Boks finish with a flourish against All Blacks to win series 3-1

The world champions again show their quality in Baltimore and the threat they will pose at next year's World Cup in Australia.

Sun, Sep 13

2:16

All Blacks turn to experience for crucial fourth Test against Boks

The returns for Richie Mo'unga and Beauden Barrett, plus other veterans, will add a huge amount of leadership potential to the All Blacks in Baltimore.

Fri, Sep 11

All Blacks expecting the unexpected as series comes down to the wire

A win in Baltimore will allow the All Blacks to tie the series against the Boks but they will have to do it without two key loose forwards.

Thu, Sep 10

All Blacks first-five Richie Mo'unga on the run against the Lions in Johannesburg.

Analysis: Time is right for All Blacks to back Richie Mo'unga

The final Test against the Springboks appears to be an ideal opportunity to see if the returning No.10 still has what it takes, writes Patrick McKendry.

Wed, Sep 9

All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie looks on as his team prepares for the recent third Test against the Boks.

'Emotional disappointment' – All Blacks rally for last push against Boks

After a long journey, the All Blacks have arrived in a very warm United States determined to square the series with South Africa.

Tue, Sep 8

Wallace Sititi makes a break for the All Blacks against the Boks at FNB Stadium.

'Not far off': All Blacks remain positive despite 'failure' in South Africa

The reactions to their latest loss underlined the importance of the Soweto Test, but also NZ's development, with one to go in the US.

Mon, Sep 7

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An injured Ardie Savea walks from the FNB Stadium pitch after the All Blacks' defeat to the Boks.

Key All Blacks trio to return home after brutal defeat to Boks

Coach Dave Rennie and his men are counting the cost after a defeat in Soweto which means South Africa cannot lose the series.

Sun, Sep 6

Emoni Narawa consoles Will Jordan, with skipper Ardie Savea showing signs of his injury in Soweto.

Savea's injury adds to All Blacks' woes after defeat to Boks

New Zealand's inability to consistently compete with South Africa's scrum hurt them in Soweto, as did their skipper's departure with a shoulder injury.

Sun, Sep 6

All Blacks lock Sam Darry makes a break against the Lions in Johannesburg.

Darry gets the nod as All Blacks prepare to bounce back against Boks

The relatively inexperienced Sam Darry will partner Tupou Vaa'i, who will celebrate his 50th Test, in the second row in the crunch Test in Soweto.

Thu, Sep 3

All Blacks hooker Asafo Aumua on the charge against the Sharks in Durban.

Analysis: Confident All Blacks set to double down on high-tempo tactics

Changes will re-energise the All Blacks for the third Test against the Boks, with intrigue remaining over the bench personnel, writes Patrick McKendry.

Thu, Sep 3

Opinion: Boks' media sideshow has now crossed the line

Rassie Erasmus' latest beefs about rival Dave Rennie have made a fun diversion a little tawdry, writes Patrick McKendry.

Wed, Sep 2

All Blacks midfielder Jordie Barrett addresses the team after their defeat to the Boks in Cape Town.

'Massively motivating' - Inspiration fuelling All Blacks for crunch Test

The deeds of the 1996 All Blacks in South Africa showed the way for the current group and must be honoured says midfielder Jordie Barrett.

Tue, Sep 1

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Leroy Carter was one of the All Blacks' best in Cape Town.

Change coming as All Blacks prepare to hit new heights

Tweaks to New Zealand's pack are likely for a momentous third Test in Soweto that will attract a crowd of about 90,000.

Mon, Aug 31

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Boks coach Rassie Erasmus, right, talks to All Blacks counterpart Dave Rennie before the Test in Cape Town.

Boks coach fires back at All Blacks' 'nonsense' complaint about scrums

Rassie Erasmus appeared to lose his temper in the press conference after his team's win in Cape Town, but rival Dave Rennie will probably see the funny side.

Sun, Aug 30