Photo: NZ HeraldTests don't come much bigger for the All Blacks than those against the Springboks in South Africa. But in case any extra were needed, the fallout from the Aaron Smith affair could provide it. Coach Steve Hansen asked if that might be the end of it as far as the media spotlight on Smith is concerned. A compelling performance against a struggling Springboks team wouldn't necessarily be surprising, given the All Blacks' form this year. There is no doubt Smith made a poor decision, one that reflects poorly on the All Blacks.

Source: Otago Daily Times October 07, 2016 19:30 UTC