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All Blacks Attack Is Back | Rennie's Blueprint to Beat the Boks?

Season 7, Ep. 22
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The All Blacks have their attacking identity back.


Dave Rennie's first Test in charge delivered a clear shift in philosophy against France. New Zealand played with more tempo, kept the ball alive and attacked with an optimism that supporters have been craving.


Is this the blueprint to beat the Springboks?


We also wrap up all the biggest talking points from the opening weekend of the All Nations Championship, including:


• 🇿🇦 South Africa v England

• 🇦🇺 Australia v Ireland

• 🇦🇷 Argentina v Wales


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