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Could the All Blacks Go Unbeaten and Still Miss the Final?
09 November 2026

Could the All Blacks Go Unbeaten and Still Miss the Final?

Aotearoa Rugby Pod

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The All Blacks are winning, but could they still miss the Nations Championship final?


After an impressive attacking display against Scotland, New Zealand's path to the final remains uncertain. Bryn Hall and James Parsons unpack the All Blacks' improvement, the selection dilemmas ahead of Wales, and why South Africa's dominance could change everything.


Plus, Ireland's resurgence, France's chances against the Springboks, and the crucial matches that could decide who makes the final.


Chapters

00:00 Coming up

01:27 All Blacks v Scotland: What worked?

05:40 Scotland's missed chances and All Blacks discipline

09:10 Kicking adjustments and defensive resilience

12:50 The Barrett–McKenzie combination

15:55 Richie Mo'unga's opportunity against Wales

18:15 Midfield selection dilemmas

20:40 The All Blacks' lineout improvement

27:15 How the All Blacks unlocked Scotland

30:35 Is Ireland back to its best?

36:00 Springboks send a warning against Italy

41:30 Could the All Blacks miss the final unbeaten?

46:50 Can France stop South Africa?

54:00 Dupont's brilliance and the Springboks challenge

58:35 Nations Championship predictions

62:00 Why Springbok stars are returning home

64:05 TAB Match Centre

72:10 Can the Kiwis win the Rugby League World Cup?

74:45 Melbourne Cup reaction

77:25 Supporting Rwanda's women's sevens team

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