It’s easy to be a prisoner of the moment and look at things, such as the 3-1 series defeat to the Springboks, and say the sky’s falling in.
An opinion column highlights challenges surrounding New Zealand Rugby and the All Blacks ahead of their upcoming international fixtures. Following a 3-1 series defeat against South Africa, captain Ardie Savea faces surgery after previously taking a sabbatical. The piece points to an upcoming November 22 match against England in London as the only significant remaining benchmark for the national team's 2026 campaign.
The commentary also raises concerns regarding New Zealand Rugby's financial struggles and declining viewership relative to competitions like the NRL. It emphasizes the importance of preserving provincial competitions like the NPC amid discussions surrounding cost reductions, player sabbaticals, and the aftermath of Scott Robertson's departure as All Blacks coach.
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