Australia v New Zealand, Bledisloe Cup - Teams and Prediction
The New Zealand All Blacks are preparing for the second Bledisloe Cup match against Australia, aiming for a 13th consecutive victory. Despite having already secured the trophy, the team is making several lineup changes for the upcoming Sydney clash.
Why it matters
This match represents a significant rivalry in international rugby, with both teams looking to prove their form despite the series outcome being decided.
PREVIEW: The Bledisloe Cup is locked away safely for another year in the All Blacks’ trophy cabinet, but that by no means suggests this clash is a dead rubber.
New Zealand coach Dave Rennie urged his side Thursday not to take their foot off the gas with the Bledisloe Cup already secure, warning Australia can be dangerous when “hurting”.
The All Blacks whipped the Wallabies 50-19 at Eden Park last weekend to secure the trans-Tasman trophy for a 24th straight time.
They head into the return clash in Sydney on Saturday eyeing a 13th straight victory over their arch-rivals.
“Last week was a big week, with it being our first game back on New Zealand soil after a long tour away and the Bledisloe Cup on the line,” said Rennie.
“We put in a performance befitting the occasion. Now we need to back that performance up.
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