Former All Blacks star Justin Marshall admits that the “arduous” Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour has taken its toll on Dave Rennie’s side.
New Zealand have suffered a raft of injuries over the past month or so, with key trio Luke Jacobson, Quinn Tupaea and captain Ardie Savea among those to miss the final Test in Baltimore this weekend.
As well as the three previous Tests, the All Blacks have had games against the four big South African franchises, the Stormers, Sharks, Bulls and Lions.
In contrast, while the internationals have been immensely physical, the Boks have only had to focus on
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