(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
All Blacks Prepare for Fierce Clash with Argentina in 2025 Rugby Championship
The 2025 Rugby Championship promises to be one of the most unpredictable editions in recent history, and the All Blacks know exactly what they need to do to avoid repeating past disappointments in round one.
The team has arrived in Córdoba, gearing up for their opening clash against Los Pumas. Star fullback Will Jordan is well aware of the challenge posed by the Argentines, who have steadily grown into one of rugby’s most passionate and competitive teams.
Jordan played on the right wing when New Zealand hosted Argentina in Christchurch in 2022—a historic match that saw Los Pumas record their first-ever win over the All Blacks on Kiwi soil. With Argentina still chasing their first home triumph over New Zealand, the stage is set for an intense showdown.
“We know they’ll come hard at our breakdown,” Jordan said after Tuesday’s training session. “In the Rugby Championship over the last few years, they’ve really challenged us, particularly in the first game. We’ve lost the last couple of encounters against them.”
Argentina’s rise has not gone unnoticed on the global stage. Jordan highlighted their recent victory over the British and Irish Lions in Dublin, emphasizing how formidable Los Pumas have become.
“They’ve beaten us a couple of times in the last few years,” Jordan added. “They’re certainly a powerhouse of World Rugby at the moment. Coming over here, we know it’s going to be a huge challenge.”
Fans can expect a fiercely contested opening match in Córdoba, as the All Blacks aim to assert their dominance while Argentina seeks to continue their growing streak in the Southern Hemisphere showdown.
