All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has played down any notion of his side being under pressure against South Africa in Pretoria on Sunday, saying that there are always expectations to perform.
After falling 36-34 to the Springboks in Wellington last month, the All Blacks have arrived in South Africa for a much anticipated return fixture, with Steve Hansen's men out for revenge.
Speaking to media upon his side's arrival in South Africa this morning though, Hansen said that there will be expectations on his side regardless of the scenario heading into any given match.
"The All Blacks live in a constant place of pressure to win," he said.
"You guys were writing the Boks off, and now you're starting to write us off, which is good."
The All Blacks face the Springboks in Pretoria on Sunday morning NZT.
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