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Mo'unga ready to forget All Blacks after Japan switch
Mo'unga has moved to Toshiba Brave Lupus on a three-year deal, meaning he cannot play for the All Blacks during that time unless eligibility rules change to...
The 31-year-old was initially sin-binned for the tackle on South Africa's Jesse Kriel in the first half of the match which the All Blacks lost in Paris on 28 October, but was red-carded after the action was reviewed.
The 35-year-old won the last of his 48 New Zealand caps at the 2019 World Cup, the same year he departed for Kubota Spears after 152 appearances for the Crusaders.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi expressed his support for the Proteas, who are currently in India for the Cricket World Cup.
All Blacks loose forward Ardie Savea was named as the world's best player ahead of Eben Etzebeth, while wing Mark Tele’a won the prize for the best newcomer, with Manie Libbok missing out.
Former Test stars Israel Dagg and John Kirwan were critical of officiating they believe cost the All Blacks dearly. Dagg claimed Test rugby was being eroded as a spectacle by the increasing use of red and yellow cards for foul play and professional fouls.
The 31-year-old sat pitchside looking astonished as referee Wayne Barnes waved a red card, upgrading the yellow he had initially been shown for a high tackle on Jesse Kriel.
The Springboks prevailed to win a third successive knockout match in the World Cup tournament with a 12-11 victory over the All Blacks, adding to their titles in 1995, 2007, and 2019.
The match was a tight, edgy encounter at a rain-soaked Stade de France, but the Springboks prevailed to win a third successive knockout match in this tournament by a point and add to their titles in 1995, 2007 and 2019.
Officials said measures are in place to ensure the safety and security of these gatherings before, during, and after the game.
Robert Marawa was joined by former Springbok players, Thando Manana and Ashwin Willemse on #MSWOn947 to talk about the Rugby World Cup final between the Springboks and All Blacks that will take place on 28 October 2023.
Defending champions South Africa expect Saturday's Rugby World Cup final against "greatest foes" New Zealand to be a "grind" as both teams eye what would be a record fourth tournament title.
This is potentially the sport's biggest ever final - with South Africa and New Zealand having won a combined six of the nine Webb Ellis trophies on offer.
The Springboks and All Blacks share an unparalleled rivalry in the oval-ball sport and have reached the final at the Stade de France thanks largely to dramatic, respective quarterfinal victories over France and Ireland, both of whom were fancied to make the latter stages.
The Eyewitness News bulletin with Jane Dutton.
The winner of the award, as well as 10 other categories, will be announced in a ceremony in Paris on Sunday.
New Zealand thrashed Argentina 44-6 on Friday, to set up a Rugby World Cup final against the winner of the second semi-final between England and defending champions South Africa.
New Zealand have reset from their thrilling win over Ireland to prepare for Friday's World Cup semifinal against Argentina with the pain of losing four years ago at the same stage 'a big driver'.
Robert Marawa and Thando Manana were in France to watch the quarterfinal game between Ireland and New Zealand on 14 October 2023, where the All Blacks won 28-24. Post the match, the pair shared their thoughts on the game.