All Blacks Aim to Keep Perfect Record in Buenos Aires
Hey everyone, here’s the latest from the Rugby Championship as the All Blacks face Argentina in Buenos Aires tonight. After a strong start to the tournament with a 41-24 victory in Cordoba, Scott Robertson’s squad is looking to make it two wins from two and continue their dominance on Argentinian soil. Historically, New Zealand has never lost here—they’ve played 15 tests in Argentina, winning 14 and drawing just once—so the pressure to maintain that record is very much on.
For this test, there have been only minor changes to the lineup that started in Cordoba. Simon Parker has been brought into the starting XV at No. 8, while Ardie Savea moves to openside flanker. The bench sees the return of Tamaiti Williams and Wallace Sititi from injury, and Quinn Tupaea and Josh Lord step in for Anton Lienert-Brown and Patrick Tuipulotu, who are sidelined. Key names like Beauden Barrett, Will Jordan, and Rieko Ioane remain central to the All Blacks’ game plan, promising plenty of attacking flair.
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On the other side, Argentina has named a strong lineup led by captain Julian Montoya. Experienced players like Pablo Matera and Juan Martin Gonzalez will drive the forward pack, while Tomás Albornoz and Mateo Carreras are expected to orchestrate the backline moves. The Pumas are no strangers to tough matches against New Zealand, but they’ll be eager to close the historical gap, as only three wins and one draw have been recorded in 40 tests against the All Blacks.
This fixture is particularly exciting because it marks the first time in six years that New Zealand has played in Buenos Aires. Fans can expect an intense contest, as both teams look to assert dominance early. Forward coach Jason Ryan has emphasized that improvements in discipline and cohesion will be key for the All Blacks, while Argentina will aim to leverage the home crowd’s energy.
For those following along, live commentary is being provided on Newstalk ZB by Elliott Smith, with alternative coverage through the Alternative Commentary Collective’s iHeartRadio stream. Sky Sport 1 is broadcasting the match, and Sky Sport Now is offering a live stream. Updates are also being shared continuously on NZ Herald for fans wanting every detail.
So, tonight in Buenos Aires, history is on the line. The All Blacks are chasing another victory to keep their unbeaten record alive in Argentina, while the Pumas will be determined to rewrite that history. It promises to be a hard-fought, high-intensity clash that rugby fans won’t want to miss.
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