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The history of the All Blacks at the Rugby World Cup

Ahead of the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France, look back at how the All Blacks have performed in the previous nine tournaments.
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PODCAST: Richie McCaw on his Rugby World Cup history

Double Rugby World Cup winner Richie McCaw reflects on his experience playing across four Rugby World Cup tournaments and what players can expect to experience in France.
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Six potential stars of the 2023 Rugby World Cup

There are always different storylines that emerge during the Rugby World Cup, players who light up the pitch, showcasing their skills, power and tackling ability, game changers who will decide a match.
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Controversy over South Africa's 7:1 bench split

South Africa's tactic of having a 7:1 split on its bench against the All Blacks has been slammed by former Wallabies player Matt Williams, who has coached Leinster and Scotland.
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"We will have the best team in the world in front of us" - Fabien Galthie

If South Africa meets the All Blacks again during the Rugby World Cup, the outcome will be the same as in Friday's record 35-7 win at Twickenham.
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Twickenham Test a good dress rehearsal

If the All Blacks are looking for a pick-me-up after their record 7-35 loss to South Africa at Twickenham on Friday, they need only look at the example set by the Springboks.
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All Blacks defeated in World Cup warm-up

South Africa gave the All Blacks their most emphatic reality check ahead of the Rugby World Cup when claiming a record 35-7 victory at Twickenham on Saturday (NZT).
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Breakdown Dominance Crucial in Pre-World Cup Clash

Getting the advantages at the breakdown will be what the All Blacks and Springboks seek in their pre-World Cup game at Twickenham on Saturday morning (NZT).
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'We're not going to hold back at all' - Siya Kolisi

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi is hopeful Saturday's (NZT) Test against the All Blacks in front of 80,000 people at Twickenham will be 'an ugly, tough game, but beautiful at the same time.'
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All Blacks forward pack ready for Springboks pressure

Tight forwards in the All Blacks know they cannot look any further ahead than their Friday game with South Africa in London because whenever the two sides meet, the tight forwards bear the brunt of Springbok pressure.
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