All Blacks head to Japan aiming to peak at the right time
Springboks loom as the biggest threat to the Kiwis winning a third successive trophy, while England, Ireland and Wales are also genuine contenders
08 September 2019 - 16:54
Wellington — The All Blacks head to Japan on Monday with their confidence boosted by a 92-7 demolition of Tonga in their final warm-up before the World Cup and mindful they will need to pace themselves despite a blockbusting opening match against SA.
The Springboks loom as the biggest threat to the All Blacks winning a third successive trophy, while England, Ireland and Wales are also genuine contenders...
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