Launching pads don’t get much better. With the pressure now off, the All Blacks board a flight to Johannesburg today with strut, swagger and no inhibitions.
Yesterday’s four-try 34-13 win over the Pumas clinched a third successive Rugby Championship title but, more importantly, saw the All Blacks regain their attacking groove.
After two weeks battling New Zealand rain they threw off the shackles in La Plata and now have the freedom to craft a gameplan without worrying about any tournament permutations.
To further enhance their 22-test unbeaten run they will be intent on harnessing that flamboyance for a blockbuster clash of styles rematch with the Springboks.
The sight of Jerome Kaino taking the gap and leaving Pumas in his wake as he strode out encapsulated the All Blacks’ wide-spread talent. Kaino is noted for his bruising hits and physical presence, but here the brutal blindside emulated a midfielder.
With Beauden Barrett growing in stature, this is how Steve Hansen’s men will attempt to apply a crushing mental blow on the Boks – by running them into the ground.
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