A seal of approval from former All Black Josh Kronfeld for the possible return of full rugby tours.

New Zealand's governing body are reportedly close to signing off a three-test, eight-match itinerary away against South Africa in 2026.

The Springboks would reciprocate in 2030.

Kronfeld told Mike Hosking that these tours offer a fantastic opportunity for the younger players and creates competition within the All Blacks themselves.

He said that South Africa are a fantastic rugby nation, living and breathing the game much like New Zealand does. 

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A seal of approval from former All Black Josh Kronfeld for the possible return of full rugby tours. 
New Zealand's governing body are reportedly close to signing off a three-test, eight-match itinerary away against South Africa in 2026. 
The Springboks would reciprocate in 2030. 
Kronfeld told Mike Hosking that these tours offer a fantastic opportunity for the younger players and creates competition within the All Blacks themselves. 
He said that South Africa are a fantastic rugby nation, living and breathing the game much like New Zealand does.  
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