All Blacks Coach Dave Rennie's Big-Man Gamble for Springboks Rumble in Johannesburg

The returning All Black who is key to containing Springboks' power pack

Springboks v All Blacks, 3am Sunday By Gregor Paul in Johannesburg There are two distinct rugby personalities within the Springboks, but the All Blacks are...

All Blacks coach Dave Rennie's big-man gamble for Springboks rumble in Johannesburg

Patrick Tuipulotu is the most experienced lock in the All Blacks but has never played at Ellis Park in Johannesburg. Will he finally get his chance?

All Blacks hit the right notes ahead of Springboks clash but reject underdog tag

Experienced All Blacks lock Patrick Tuipulotu has dismissed the underdog label ahead of Saturday’s first Test against the Springboks at Ellis Park, insisting mental fortitude will decide the outcome in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series.

Patrick Tuipulotu dismisses 'underdogs' tag ahead of Springboks showdown

Both players loom as likely contenders to feature in Dave Rennie's starting lineup for the first Test of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry against the Springboks, with both impressing throughout the three games against URC sides.