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All Blacks and England prepare for tactical showdown

All Blacks and England prepare for tactical showdown

By Rashika Kumar
15/11/2025
Source : Getty Images

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson says his side is chasing nothing less than a result as New Zealand prepares for a tightly contested showdown against England tomorrow morning.

Robertson says both sides have a clear identity in how they play, and with margins expected to be razor thin, discipline and self-belief will be critical.

He says the key will be trusting themselves and staying committed to their style throughout the contest.

England coach Steve Borthwick has highlighted New Zealand’s kicking trends as a major factor to watch, noting how the All Blacks have increased their tactical kicking in recent matches.

He says their approach has been clear, referencing last year’s match at Twickenham where New Zealand immediately opted to kick and apply pressure.

Borthwick says it will be interesting to see whether Robertson maintains that strategy as the two teams prepare for what is expected to be a highly tactical and high-intensity encounter.

The All Blacks and England meet at 3.10am tomorrow.

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