Craig Ray pushes back on the idea that the All Blacks represent some kind of blueprint for how rugby should be played. The argument is straightforward: New Zealand may want the game played at their tempo and in their image, but the world champion Springboks have comprehensively demonstrated that there's more than one way to win — and that the 'saviours of rugby' framing doesn't hold up against the evidence.
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All Blacks' 'saviour' narrative takes a hit from Craig Ray
Craig Ray challenges the All Blacks' 'saviours of rugby' narrative, arguing that the Springboks' back-to-back World Cup success makes a compelling case against New Zealand's high-tempo style being the only path forward.
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