Anton Lienert-Brown issues raw All Blacks rallying cry ahead of Springboks decider

Anton Lienert-Brown has emphasized the importance of Saturday's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry clash against the Springboks for the All Blacks' new era under Dave Rennie. The seasoned 93-cap veteran acknowledged that the last three Tests against the Springboks have been too close to call, despite the All Blacks' 33-16 victory in their opening match in South Africa.

Lienert-Brown stressed that the margin between the two teams is minimal, leading him to expect nothing less than a strong performance from the All Blacks this weekend. Despite losing the subsequent two Tests, the All Blacks remain determined to finish the tour on a high. Lienert-Brown, who will make his sixth appearance in eight weeks on Saturday and his fourth start, reflected on the team's progress during this demanding tour, noting that they have learned a lot from facing the world's best team.

He also highlighted the positive experience of interacting with South Africans both on and off the field. Lienert-Brown, who has spent a decade in the All Blacks environment, praised the unique Rugby's Greatest Rivalry concept, stating it's one of the coolest experiences an All Black can have. He was reluctant to discuss the feasibility of more full-scale tours but emphasized the personal impact of this tour.