DSPN - RUGBY

South Africa has fired back to take the second test, throwing the greatest rivalry tour wide open. Andrew Mulligan, John Day, and Mark Watson break down where it went wrong for the All Blacks, from early defensive lapses to set-piece pressure. We discuss the selection tweaks needed for the decider, including Peter Lakai’s potential inclusion, and assess Rassie’s tactical response.

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The Springboks have come roaring back in Cape Town to level the series with a 33-26 victory. Tony Johnson and Nigel Yalden comb through a massive test match where South Africa took their chances and managed the key passages under intense pressure. Nigel break sdown the set-piece battles, crucial discipline errors, and why the All Blacks remain right in the fight heading into Soweto.

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All Blacks Leroy Carter scores a try during the All Blacks v South Africa second test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, DHL Stadium, Cape Town, South Africa, Saturday, 29 August 2026. (Photo by John Cowpland / action press)

South Africa Siya Kolisi reacts after scoring a try during the All Blacks v South Africa second test match, Rugbys Greatest Rivalry, DHL Stadium, Cape Town, South Africa, Saturday, 29 August 2026. (Photo by Nic Bothma / action press)

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The series is level at 1-1 after the Springboks powered past the All Blacks in South Africa.

Martin Devlin is joined by former All Black Ant Strachan and NZ Herald rugby writer Gregor Paul to break down where the test was won and lost. Did the Boks dominate the breakdown? Was New Zealand’s kicking game good enough? And what changes should Dave Rennie make for the decider in Joburg?

Plus, All Blacks forwards coach Jason Ryan responds to the scrum controversy, while Rassie Erasmus fires back at New Zealand’s complaints.

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The Springboks beat the All Blacks 33-26 in Cape Town, levelling the series 1-1 and setting up a massive decider in Johannesburg.

Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall are joined by South African rugby journalist Brenden Nel for an immediate post-match debrief. They break down the Boks’ physical response, the All Blacks’ costly lineout failures and their continuing problems under the high ball.

Plus, was Rassie Erasmus entitled to change his starting front row just an hour before kick-off, or did the Springboks cross a line?

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Springboks legend Joel Stransky joins Martin Devlin in Cape Town after being inducted into the International Rugby Hall of Fame.

Stransky reflects on his match-winning drop goal in the 1995 Rugby World Cup final, Nelson Mandela’s extraordinary influence and Siya Kolisi’s role in continuing that legacy.

He also delivers a fascinating tactical assessment of the current All Blacks-Springboks rivalry, why this tour is more important for New Zealand and what both teams must learn before their looming Rugby World Cup quarterfinal.

Plus, why the Springboks went back into their shell under pressure and abandoned Tony Brown’s attacking structures.

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Martin Devlin catches up with All Blacks No.10 Ruben Love ahead of the second test against the Springboks in Cape Town. Ruben breaks down why the team is not dwelling on the Ellis Park win, the tactical nightmare of World Rugby's high ball law changes, and his mindset around wearing the number 10 jersey.

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The All Blacks team is locked in for the crucial second Test against South Africa in Cape Town.

Martin Devlin and former All Black Ant Strachan break down the selection changes, Simon Parker’s role at six, the power sitting on the bench and the experience of Anton Lienert-Brown.

They also examine Rassie Erasmus’ response to the Ellis Park defeat, why the Springboks will be far more dangerous this weekend and the warning New Zealand must take from last year’s collapse in Wellington.

Can the All Blacks win again and secure a historic series victory on South African soil?

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Martin Devlin and Jamie Wall break down the official All Blacks team named for the second test against the Springboks in Cape Town. We look at Dave Rennie's tactical adjustments, including Sam Parker stepping into the six jersey, the lock setup, and how the bench is built to handle the South African forward pack. Plus, we share audio straight from the press conference as the squad Prepares for a massive home response from the hosts.

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Martin Devlin sits down with former All Black Lima Sopoaga during an unforgettable safari experience in South Africa, courtesy of All Blacks Tours and Hospitality.

Lima offers a rare insight into the mood inside the All Blacks camp following their victory at Ellis Park, the connection developing within the squad and the challenge of backing it up against a Springboks side under enormous pressure.

Why will the All Blacks need to be even better in Cape Town? How important was the bench at Ellis Park? And what response should they expect from the back-to-back world champions?

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Jamie is joined by Gregor Paul as they break down the All Blacks close call against the Lions. They look at the fresh physical talent getting their shot in the black jersey and examine the heavy muscle being injected into the squad.

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