New Zealand coach’s Super Rugby theory for scrum struggles ‘hit nail on the head’ as ex-All Black offers ‘no argument’ response for possible solution

Shane Howarth believes that allowing All Blacks stars to play abroad could help solve their scrum problems after they were dominated by the Springboks.

Currently, NZ Rugby policy prevents New Zealand players from plying their trade overseas if they want to represent the national team, but Howarth reckons that might need to change if they want to catch up to their rivals.

South Africa claimed a 3-1 series victory over Dave Rennie’s men with their triumph based on the fundamentals of the game, particularly set-piece and kicking.

While the All Blacks played the more free-flowing rugby, their weaknesses were exposed and