SA Rugby Mag's Devin Hermanus focuses on two All Black forwards — loose forward Peter Lakai and prop George Bower — as potential difference-makers in the series decider. The argument centres on their athletic profile: pace and power that could give the Boks a different kind of physical problem to solve compared to what they've already faced in the series. Worth reading if you want a closer look at the specific matchup threats the Springboks will need to neutralise.
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Lakai and Bower flagged as All Blacks' physical X-factors for third Test
Hermanus identifies Lakai and Bower as the All Blacks' key physical weapons for the third Test, arguing their pace and power could be the difference in the series decider.
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