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Cam Roigard: ‘Mike and Rens have opened my eyes to managing that’

Star All Blacks halfback Cam Roigard has had two weeks to reflect on the Greatest Rivalry tour and put the lessons learned from the series defeat into practice ahead of the Bledisloe Cup, which kicks off this weekend at Eden…

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Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 9:23 PM

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Cam Roigard discussed the All Blacks' lessons from their South Africa series loss ahead of the Bledisloe Cup.
The All Blacks face an unbeaten Australia side coached by Les Kiss at Eden Park.
Roigard noted that coaches Dave Rennie and Mike Blair have emphasized improving game management from scrum-half.

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All Blacks halfback Cam Roigard has reflected on the team's series loss to South Africa as they prepare for the upcoming Bledisloe Cup clash against Australia at Eden Park. Roigard acknowledged that small margins and lapses in discipline proved costly against the Springboks, but expressed optimism about applying those lessons against the Wallabies.

Roigard also highlighted working under head coach Dave Rennie and attack coach Mike Blair, noting that the coaching staff has emphasized managing game tempo from scrum-half. He explained that adjusting tactically mid-match will be crucial as New Zealand targets improved performances against a fast-paced Australian side.

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Cam Roigard: ‘Mike and Rens have opened my eyes to managing that’

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