Burying the ghosts of recent Tests past, the All Blacks sealed a Rugby World Cup semi-final place by handing Ireland a 46-14 quarter-final defeat in Tokyo.
The Springboks enjoyed a solid win over hosts Japan while the Pumas had a run against Sydney club side Randwick as they wrapped up Rugby World Cup preparations.
All Blacks selectors, Head Coach Steve Hansen, Assistant Head Coach Ian Foster and former All Black Grant Fox, have named the All Blacks squad for Rugby World Cup 2019 in Japan.
A Springbok squad led by Siya Kolisi, that combines youth with some hardened experience, has been confirmed for South Africa’s seventh assault on the Rugby World Cup title.
We have seen some exciting new talent this year in The Rugby Championship but how does it compare with past seasons and are they destined for greatness?
Springboks travel to Salta seeking a bonus point win to secure the TRC title...the Pumas cannot win the title but need to show some form as RWC approaches.