FILE PHOTO: Rugby Union - New Zealand Press Conference - The Lensbury, London, Britain - November 6, 2018 New Zealand assistant head coach Ian Foster during a press conference Action Images via Reuters/Peter Cziborra/File Photo
WELLINGTON (Reuters) - All Blacks coach Ian Foster says he is hopeful South Africa will be able to take their place in this year's Rugby Championship but his immediate concern is getting it right for their three remaining Bledisloe Cup matches against the Wallabies.
The Springboks will make a decision this week on playing in the Nov.7-Dec. 12 southern hemisphere competition in Australia as they grapple with player welfare concerns and uncertainty over COVID-19 travel restrictions.
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