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Watch: Top 5 performances from week four of The Rugby Championship
By Peteso Cannon
It was a weekend of highs and lows, evident in the words of the former Springbok captain Jean de Villiers, who said to criticise South Africa at this stage would be akin to "clubbing a baby seal".
While on the other side of the coin Hansen was so impressed with his side that he rated their performance for the year a 'B-plus or an A-minus,' which is his understated way of saying he's really pleased.
In terms of individual performances, there were so many standout performers this weekend that it was difficult to collate a top five but ultimately like most things, it came down to the numbers.
What might surprise many is the absence of a certain Beauden Barrett, who probably should be in there for his outrageous pass to Milner-Skudder alone.
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Lawrence/Slade is a settled combination - Slade is just not in great form atm, and given his age is unlikely to be at his best in 2027.
I think for the 6N, Lawrence/Slade is likely the best combo, but in the summer when Lawrence goes to the Lions we need to try out a young 12 or two with a view to replacing Slade long term.
Go to commentsNo disrespect to Wales intended, but Australia played the equivalent of a poor club team.
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