Pirate Galaxy » charge to the 2016 French title.In

The All Blacks and Springboks usher in the fourth block of Rugby Championship matches with the world champions hosting their great rivals in Christchurch. Unfortunately for Springboks fans, and neutral observers, the result appears to be a fait accompli. After hammering both the Wallabies and Pumas - the latter albeit after a dogged 50-minute battle - the out-of-form Springboks look to be nothing more than road kill on the All Blacks journey to a 15th straight Test win.Put under huge pressure by Argentina last week, the All Blacks showed their class in first denying the Pumas tries they seemed certain to score and then jumping on the slightest opportunity to stay ahead in the game. That play was led by usual suspects Beauden Barrett and Ben Smith, while Julian Savea enjoyed his best game of 2016 with a typically bullocking display. The Springboks, meanwhile, barely troubled the Wallabies after scoring two early five-pointers from turnover ball; they were then left to lament some poor discipline as Australia came away with a six-point win.Team newsNew ZealandIt will be a proud day in the Savea household with Ardie joining Julian in the All Blacks starting side. The Hurricanes flanker replaces Sam Cane at openside in the only change to the run-on XV with Matt Todd added to the bench. Highlanders fly-half Lima Sopoaga is also among the replacements with Aaron Cruden succumbing to a groin injury.Ben Smith, Israel Dagg, Malakai Fekitoa, Ryan Crotty, Julian Savea, Beauden Barrett, Aaron Smith, Kieran Read (capt), Ardie Savea, Jerome Kaino, Sam Whitelock, Brodie Retallick, Owen Franks, Dane Coles, Joe Moody.Replacements: Codie Taylor, Wyatt Crockett, Charlie Faumuina, Luke Romano, Matt Todd, TJ Perenara, Lima Sopoaga, Anton Lienert-Brown.South AfricaInjury and form have seen under-pressure Springboks coach Allister Coetzee make two changes to his tight-five with Pieter-Steph du Toit and Vincent Koch earning starts at lock and tighthead prop respectively. Du Toits promotion was forced by Lood de Jagers bruised knee while Koch is straight a selection call for Lourens Adriaanse.Johan Goosen, Bryan Habana, Jesse Kriel, Juan de Jongh, Francois Hougaard, Elton Jantjies, Faf de Klerk, Warren Whiteley, Oupa Mohoje, Francois Louw, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Eben Etzebeth, Vincent Koch, Adriaan Strauss (capt), Tendai Mtawarira.Replacements: Malcolm Marx, Steven Kitshoff, Lourens Adriaanse, Franco Mostert, Willem Alberts, Jaco Kriel, Morne Steyn, Damian de Allende.Key matchup: Aaron Smith vs. Faf de KlerkHooked before the 50-minute mark in Hamilton, Aaron Smith will be desperate to atone for a poor outing against the Pumas. The worlds best No.9 endured arguably his toughest night at Test level last weekend, the Pumas able to rattle Smith around the fringes and apply the pressure that derailed his usually exemplary delivery and sharp running game. There is no debate around Smiths long-term starting position, but the fact TJ Perenara made an immediate impact from the bench will have reminded the Highlanders scrum-half there are plenty of talented New Zealand No.9s waiting in the wings.One of the stars of the Lions run to the Super Rugby final, Faf de Klerk was comprehensively outplayed by opposite Will Genia last weekend. De Klerk was responsible for three turnovers and missed two tackles, though his job wasnt made easy by a pack who went missing after the opening quarter. De Klerk will be looking for an improved delivery in Christchurch this weekend, while any running opportunities will depend on the Springboks ability to match it with the All Blacks through the middle.Key stats- The Springboks havent beaten the All Blacks in New Zealand since 2009 when they triumphed 32-29 in Hamilton.- Julian Savea has scored 42 tries in 46 Tests, yet he has never crossed the stripe in six matches against South Africa.- The All Blacks have made an incredible 52 clean breaks in three Rugby Championship Tests this year while the Springboks have managed just 24.WeatherChristchurch looks set for a cloudy day on Saturday with a top of 19 degrees, though that will drop by kick-off. There is just the 25 percent chance of rain while light winds of around 11km/hr are expected.UBET verdict: $1.04 New Zealand, $11.00 South Africa.The last four times South Africa have played New Zealand have resulted in three wins for the All Blacks, but in those wins it has only been by an accumulated 13 points. New Zealand won 20-18 in a World Cup semifinal last year, and that was on the back of a 27-20 win in Johannesburg as part of the Rugby Championship. In 2014, South Africa won at home in Joburg (27-25), while New Zealand won 14-10 in Wellington. So recent history says there isnt much between them, but the form this year has meant that New Zealand are red hot $1.04 pops to win at home this week with South Africa at $11. Perhaps the value way on this game is to take South Africa receiving 21.5 points start at $1.90?VerdictWhether its a reflection of the transitional phase of Springboks rugby, or merely the current All Blacks global superiority, its hard to see South Africa getting anywhere near New Zealand this weekend. They fell just two points short in London last year, but this is a far different outfit and one that has already been beaten by Ireland, Argentina and Australia. If they can disrupt the All Blacks lineout, and turn up defensively than the damage might be minimised; but there is just too much attacking class in this New Zealand side for them to be denied a 15th straight Test victory.New Zealand by 30. Bryce Callahan Jersey Retro . Hamelin, who triumphed in the 500 on Saturday, edged out Victor An of Russia by 0.021 seconds to maintain his lead in the World Cup standings. Russias Vladimir Grigorev was third. In the relay, Canada took control six laps from the finish line to beat Russia and the Netherlands. Jordan Bernstine Jersey Retro .Y. - New York City has been selected to host the NBA All-Star weekend in 2015, with the game played at Madison Square Garden and the slam dunk contest and other skills events held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. https://www.cheapjerseyslines.com/alfonso-boone-jersey-retro/ .Y. - Rob Manfred was promoted Monday to Major League Baseballs chief operating officer, which may make him a candidate to succeed Bud Selig as commissioner. Taylor Decker Jersey Retro . The 31-year-old Spain midfielder hasnt played since Madrid lost in the Copa del Rey final to Atletico Madrid in May due to back and foot injuries. Walt Merrill Jersey Retro . Francis told several hundred members of the European Olympic Committees that when sport "is considered only in economic terms and consequently for victory at every cost . Racing 92 have announced the shock retirement of Springboks playmaker Johan Goosen at the age of 24.According to a statement from the Racing 92 owner Jacky Lorenzetti, 13-cap Goosen has called time on his playing career to take up a commercial director role in South Africa.The news comes as a surprise given Goosen was crowned Top 14 player of the year and played an instrumental role in Racings charge to the 2016 French title.In a lengthy statement from Lorenzetti -- titled Johan Goosen announces retirement - are we to believe it? -- the Racing owner addresses the Goosen issue, labelling it an incredible decision.Goosen, whose contract was overwhelmingly re-structured a year ago, now claims to be free in an incredible way, Lorenzetti said. He has announced today that he hhas taken the incredible decision to end his playing career, to return to South Africa for a strong role as a commercial director.ddddddddddddWe regret that such a talented player has gone astray and decided to abandon professional rugby as it seems obvious that the role of commercial director is incompatible with high level sport.We wish to add that Racing 92 has always strongly supported Johan Goosen both morally and financially.Lorenzetti adds the club reserves the right to pursue legal action against Goosen and his advisors while emphasising that a contract like that of a given word is the basis of all human and professional relationships. ' ' '