We are nearing kick off

The All Blacks are wearing black armbands and took a moment to mourn the death of New Zealand's Māori King, Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII

There is a Boeing flying over as the Haka starts

TJ Perenara to lead the Haka

The anthems are done, what an atmosphere at Ellis Park

Time for the anthems

The officials are doing their meet and greet wight he players as Tatyana Smith, Olympic medalist, holds the South African flag

Siya Kolisi leads his side out for the 57th time, this is the same ground he first captained the Springboks

The sides are making their way onto the field

Welcome to Ellis Park as we get ready for one of the most anticipated games of the year. The rivalry between the Springboks and All Blacks is unmatched and the visitors have some unfinished business after losing the World Cup Final in Paris by just one point late last year. The Springboks will be looking to shake the perception that they are only a World Cup team and if they win today, they would have won three straight games against the All Blacks.
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