
All Blacks get back-row boost
New Zealand loose forward Dalton Papali’i has recovered from injury and is in line to feature against the Springboks in Cape Town on Saturday.
New Zealand loose forward Dalton Papali’i has recovered from injury and is in line to feature against the Springboks in Cape Town on Saturday.
Flanker Dalton Papali’i said New Zealand were motivated by watching Ireland’s brutal win against the Springboks on Saturday, and the All Blacks aspire to reach that level.
While it did not affect the outcome of the match, referee Mike Fraser’s decision to disallow Dalton Papalii’s try following witty gamesmanship from Aaron Smith in the buildup came under scrutiny.