Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth says facing New Zealand's All Blacks in four consecutive Test matches ranks among the toughest challenges in rugby, even tougher than a World Cup. Speaking ahead of the final match of the series in Baltimore, Etzebeth said South Africa is targeting a series-clinching victory. The comments, reported by IOL, come as the Springboks prepare for the decisive encounter against their long-time rivals in the United States.
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