Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Argentina 15 - 33 New Zealand
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Sam Cane of the All Blacks is tackled during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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The All Black pack have problems against their opposite numbers in the scrum during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Bonus-point win for All Blacks
A late try from right wing Ben Smith helped New Zealand to a 33-15 bonus-point win over Argentina on Saturday.
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Julian Savea of the All Blacks breaks clear of Julio Farias Cabello to score the first try during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Juan Martin Fernandez Lobbe of Argentina is challenged by Julian Savea during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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That critical fourth try puts the All Blacks five points clear of the Springboks ahead of the two team's meeting at Ellis Park in Johannesburg next week.
South Africa know they must beat New Zealand with four tries or more whilst also denying their hosts a losing bonus-point. It is a tough task.
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Marcelo Bosch of Argentina is tackled by Conrad Smith (L) and Ma'a Nonu during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Sam Cane of the All Blacks takes on Manuel Carizza (R) during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Man of the match: Constantly looking for work while being smart when in possession, Ben Smith takes this ahead of namesake Conrad due to his two scores. Meanwhile Ma'a Nonu impressed at inside centre, as did the Pumas props Juan Figallo and Marcos Ayerza.
Moment of the match: It has to be Ma'a Nonu's double pump pass for Ben Smith's first try. The pass was a beaut and came after Nonu had driven back an Argentine in an earlier phase. He really is a different player from Super Rugby when he pulls on that Black jersey.
Villain of the match: The fan(s) with a laser pen.
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Sam Whitelock of the All Blacks is tackled during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Julian Savea of the All Blacks is tackled by Eusebio Guinazu during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Keven Mealamu of the All Blacks is tackled by Juan Martin Fernadez Lobbe (L) and Juan Pablo Orlandi during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Martin Landajo of Argentina passes the ball during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Ben Smith of the All Blacks is tackled by Nicolas Sanchez (R) during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Martin Landajo of Argentina kicks the ball as Brodie Retallick attempts to block during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Ben Smith of the All Blacks breaks clear to score the third try during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Aaran Smith of the All Blacks breaks with the ball during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Charlie Faumuina of the All Blacks charges upfield during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Sam Cane of the All Blacks charges upfield during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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Charles Piutau of the All Blacks is tackled by Patricio Albacete during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and the New Zealand All Blacks at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata on September 28, 2013 in La Plata, Argentina.
(September 27, 2013 - Source: David Rogers/Getty Images South America)
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