Captain Richie McCaw was restored to the All Blacks as expected for their decisive Rugby Championship match against South Africa this on Sunday, in one of two changes to the team.

The other is prop Charlie Faumuina replacing the injured Owen Franks, ruled out of the Test because of a groin injury.

The 32-year-old McCaw has missed the last two internationals because of injury but makes a timely return for what is expected to be a keenly contested battle where his experience at the breakdown could prove decisive.

World Champions New Zealand will successfully defend their Rugby Championship if they stop the Springboks from scoring four tries and winning by more than seven points.

The Wallabies face Argentina at 10:40am this Sunday while the Springboks meet the All Blacks at 3am.


Story by: Filipe Naikaso