All Blacks coach Scott Robertson is adamant an extended break after the July series against France will benefit them, on Sunday morning against Argentina in Cordoba

Both sides have had a longer spell off than usual prior to the Rugby Championship, owing to the Wallabies-Lions series.

Scott Barrett's back as captain after missing the last two tests against France with a calf injury and Robertson says they're ready.

The coach says they've recharged, and it's been like an extra pre-season.



The exodus of Silver Ferns to Australia's Super Netball continues.

Mainland Tactix shooter Te Paea Selby-Rickit is leaving the ANZ Premiership side to join the Queensland Firebirds.

Selby-Rickit joins Ferns Kelly Jackson and Maddy Gordon at the franchise.