It’s one of the most iconic streaks in rugby: New Zealand’s 50-match unbeaten run at Eden Park, a stretch that has stood for over three decades. But could the legendary streak be in serious jeopardy when the Springboks visit in September? Former England fly-half Andy Goode certainly thinks so, claiming that New Zealand might have been avoiding the South African challenge at their fortress stadium.
The question on everyone’s mind is whether this historic record will finally come to an end.
New Zealand’s dominance at Eden Park is a tale of triumphs, with 48 wins and only two draws since their last loss here. The stadium, based in Auckland, has witnessed the All Blacks' most memorable victories, and it has become a symbol of invincibility. The last time an opposing team left Eden Park victorious was in 1994, when France pulled off an astonishing win.
Since then, the All Blacks have remained untouchable, making it a nearly impossible mission for anyone to challenge their reign on this turf.
However, as the Springboks gear up for a major clash in the Rugby Championship this September, all eyes are now focused on whether this record can survive the pressure from the world's top-ranked team.
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