Boks clash is no World Cup preview, says All Blacks coach
Winners on Saturday will get bit of confidence for World Cup, says Steve Hansen
23 July 2019 - 14:38
Wellington — New Zealand’s Rugby Championship clash against SA on Saturday will have few implications for the World Cup beyond giving the winner a bit of confidence, All Blacks coach Steve Hansen said.
Both sides, who meet in the opening round of the World Cup in Japan, are expected to field strong lineups for the match at Wellington Regional Stadium, having rested players for the opening round of the southern hemisphere tournament...
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