Steve Hansen previews Stormers v All Blacks - Greatest Rivalry Tour

The Greatest Rivalry tour is finally here. David Pembroke and Steve Hansen preview the All Blacks’ opening clash with the Stormers in Cape Town, looking at Dave Rennie’s selections, whether players can genuinely force their way into the first Test team and why Beauden Barrett looks ready to make the most of his return to the starting side. Steve explains how Barrett has handled the pressure of younger players coming through, what makes the relationship between New Zealand and South African rugby so special, and what to expect from an attacking All Blacks backline. The conversation also turns to World Rugby’s push towards attacking rugby, the growing tension over coach-referee meetings, tackle technique and exactly what Rennie should be looking for from the first match of this extraordinary tour.

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In this episode:
00:00 🏉 Ewen McKenzie’s recovery and the sacrifices players make
01:00 🇿🇦 The Greatest Rivalry tour begins and the All Blacks team is named
03:00 ⚫ Can players force their way into Dave Rennie’s first Test side?
04:00 🔥 Why Beauden Barrett looks refreshed and ready to let it rip
07:00 🧠 How Barrett handles pressure from the next generation
09:00 🤝 Beauden Barrett, the Stormers’ young stars and rugby’s culture of respect
12:00 ⚡ Moorby at fullback and the All Blacks’ attacking intentions
14:00 🌍 World Rugby’s push towards a more attacking game
16:00 🧑‍⚖️ Why Steve Hansen wants coach-referee meetings brought back
24:00 📋 What Dave Rennie really needs to see from the opening tour match

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