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Manawatū Turbos prop Jarred Adams likens playing on the wrong side of the scrum to playing golf left-handed. http://dlvr.it/S8hc7c

Front-row impact man far from daunted as he prepares for his first assignment against world champion South Africans. http://dlvr.it/S8hc72

When Dave Rennie recalled the veteran playmaker from the test wilderness, the move appeared to be a stop-gap measure. It has proved anything but. http://dlvr.it/S8gs1s

All Blacks coach has tweaked his backline and left pack largely intact as he chases improvements against the world champs. http://dlvr.it/S8gKv3

Beauden Barrett will start - again - at No 10 against the Springboks, as Brad Weber gets the nod over TJ Perenara at halfback. http://dlvr.it/S8gKrv

Exclusive: The wing's NPC form had alerted the likes of the Highlanders, but the Crusaders have swooped to add Naholo to an already stacked backline. http://dlvr.it/S8cpKH

After last weekend's get-out-of-jail win, Ian Foster's side look to complete a clean sweep in the competition in their final-round clash with the Springboks on the Gold Coast. http://dlvr.it/S8cRnp

Nick Heath and Sarah Mockford highlight the names to look out for this season Emma Sing on kicking duty for Gloucester-Hartpury (NurPhoto/Getty Images)Nick Heath and Sarah Mockford highlight the names to look out for this season http://dlvr.it/S8c15s

The wily Anton Lienert-Brown could help negate the Springboks' rush defence. But will he be fit? http://dlvr.it/S8bTN6

OPINION: Unsustainable attack plan, one-dimensional defence, no Super Rugby and 'waterboy' Rassie Erasmus' absence have taken their toll on South African rugby, writes Dali Ndebele. http://dlvr.it/S8bTKs

Waikato coach is content despite losing most of his best players to the Black Ferns' pre-tour camp, as Covid-19 continues to cause more schedule headaches. http://dlvr.it/S8XzMB

Willie Anderson recalls the time he led Ireland to march on the haka in a 1989 test. http://dlvr.it/S8Xdt9

Former AB was set to play tests against Scotland and England until disaster struck with Wasps. http://dlvr.it/S8XD1h

OPINION: Entrusted with the keys, Clayton McMillan brought the ride back with no sign of a scratch. In fact, he’d fixed an oil leak, fitted a new battery, got the soap and polish out, too, then parallel parked it on return. http://dlvr.it/S8Wh8N

Scott McLeod confirms new dad has hit the ground running, but will have to be assessed to make Saturday's test against the Boks. http://dlvr.it/S8TxKL

OPINION: Let's hope New Zealand Rugby succeed in overhauling the competition ahead of 2022, ensuring all 14 teams have a shot at winning the title. http://dlvr.it/S8T8tR

OPINION: Fitting Jordie, Beauden, Damian McKenzie and Richie Mo'unga into a 23 isn't easy, but Jordie is becoming the player the ABs can't leave out. http://dlvr.it/S8Smz6

Things went well in Gatland's absence and coach responsible for that has been rewarded. http://dlvr.it/S8SKv2

OPINION: Ian Foster's left wing selection for the rematch against the Boks will be highly intriguing, with George Bridge's test career seemingly hanging in the balance. http://dlvr.it/S8RpGM

They may be champions already, but Ian Foster's men are focused on finishing it off in style on the Gold Coast. http://dlvr.it/S8Q270

Jordie Barrett was running up to take his penalty even before the ref had called it. http://dlvr.it/S8NFr7

The Premiership and Championship ladder leaders are being ably coached by two men at completely different stages of their careers. http://dlvr.it/S8NFnZ

And Scotland move into repechage after dramatic win over IrelandItaly have secured their place at the World Cup in New Zealand (Getty Images)And Scotland move into repechage after dramatic win over Ireland http://dlvr.it/S8MTk0

Wingers scorch the Tauranga turf for five of their seven tries, while Stephen Perofeta has a dream day at the office. http://dlvr.it/S8M4m3

Southland Stags coach Dale MacLeod knows he may come across as bitter, but he has taken a shot at the NPC's golden point rule following a 19-16 overtime loss to Canterbury. http://dlvr.it/S8LnJR

Canterbury win golden point nail-biter after Marty Banks misses prime chance to snap 18-year drought against red and blacks. http://dlvr.it/S8JB1P

With the leadership of the 101-test veteran, Turbos get back to work with a comfortable victory over Taniwha in Palmerston North. http://dlvr.it/S8HpQp

The winless Stags take on the red-and-blacks at Invercargill's Rugby Park. http://dlvr.it/S8HpQL

The All Blacks have been forced to reshuffle their loose forwards for historic match against South Africa. http://dlvr.it/S8HpN0

The Pride have set up a preliminary final against Waikato next weekend by beating the Volcanix. http://dlvr.it/S8HSzS

He's reached milestones for the All Blacks and the Highlanders, now he wants to reach 50 games for Manawatū. http://dlvr.it/S8BhND

Owen Eastwood believes the story of an inspirational 1921 All Black debutant can fill everyone struggling with mental illness with hope. http://dlvr.it/S8B6lN

Women's competition to be played over just four weeks the next two years, but there are plans for it to morph into an expanded trans-Tasman competition in the near future. http://dlvr.it/S8B6kj

Nicknamed the Black Panther, Nathan played 14 tests for New Zealand and was never on the losing side. http://dlvr.it/S8B6hk

In-from right wing says it's all about taking on the challenge in the high-ball battle coming his way. http://dlvr.it/S889bb

Ian Foster names his first XV for the crunch clash against the world champions at North Queensland Stadium. http://dlvr.it/S85jwd

Stung by criticism of their style, Boks admit they tried to play too much rugby against the Wallabies. They won't do that this weekend after some serious soul-searching. http://dlvr.it/S8506K

Prop Joe Moody's experience could come be a factor when the All Blacks are selected to play in the centenary test against South Africa in Townsville. http://dlvr.it/S84VqR

ABs assistant coach John Plumtree challenges his big men to meet South Africa's traditional strengths head-on. http://dlvr.it/S821zc

Huge experience returns as coach Jacques Nienaber makes five changes for crunch test in Townsville. http://dlvr.it/S81J9s

Recruitment plans have been hampered by licence uncertainty but interim chief executive Brian Thorburn says the talent stockpile in Fiji is huge. http://dlvr.it/S80nTT

Everything you need to know about the test originally scheduled to be played under the roof in Dunedin. http://dlvr.it/S7yJlB

Boks defend selections and methods as heat goes on for 100th test with All Blacks. http://dlvr.it/S7xcMb

Because of previous World Cup success and Covid, the current All Blacks squad will be attempting to do something for the first time on Saturday. http://dlvr.it/S7x7Zw

The Kiwi coach released by the Chiefs last year has hit the ground running at the helm of top London club. http://dlvr.it/S7tklY

It was a shortened round but with no shortage of drama, as domestic footy resumed with a real bang. http://dlvr.it/S7sqhF

Scrum coach Greg Feek described Ethan Blackadder's off-field work ethic as 'phenomenal'. http://dlvr.it/S7sqgZ

The Magpies defend the Log o' Wood against the Steamers at McLean Park. http://dlvr.it/S7rFX2

The Black Ferns haka 'ignites my fire, to go and play my best,' says Ruahei Demant, who has grown up immersed in Māori language and culture. http://dlvr.it/S7qNW8

Skipper Ardie Savea says the All Blacks must beat the world champion Springboks to be considered top dog. http://dlvr.it/S7qNS0