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Coach Rennie Hails Clinical All Blacks After Springboks Test Win
- On Saturday, August 22, 2026, the New Zealand All Blacks defeated South Africa 33-16 in Johannesburg, securing a statement victory in the first of their four-match Test series.
- New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie, hired this year to fix a dysfunctional team environment, has provided clarity and direction, helping the squad overcome five losses in their last six matches against the Springboks.
- Costly errors plagued South Africa before a 62,000 crowd, with head coach Rassie Erasmus noting, "It was disappointing not to be more clinical, but the All Blacks are great at knowing how to stop you in their 22."
- Injuries to loosehead prop Ethan de Groot and lock Josh Lord in the 38th minute will likely rule them out for next Saturday's second test in Cape Town, Rennie said.
- Rennie remains cautious despite the 1-0 series lead, stating, "Going 1-0 up in the series doesn't guarantee anything," as the team anticipates a fiery response next week.
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Rennie savors a 'special win' as the All Blacks brace for a Springboks backlash
The sweat was barely dried after a “special win” against South Africa in Johannesburg and New Zealand coach Dave Rennie was already anticipating the Springboks’ fiery reaction.
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