All Blacks centre Conrad Smith believes New Zealand has a stronger rivalry with South Africa then they do against Australia, with the two sides set to meet this weekend in the opening World Cup semi-final. “They are a special opponent and it’s a very special rivalry,” Smith said. “I grew up during the apartheid era, when Australia were the traditional foes, but now South Africa have come back into it and I think it’s got back to where it was and they are our ultimate rival. “There’s something special about playing them, and playing them in a semi-final will be extra special. “We have a good relationship with most teams we play, but South Africa have a special respect for the game. That’s why two minutes after the match we are able to shake hands, walk off the pitch and have a chat with them." The All Blacks reclaimed undisputed World Cup favouritism with a 62-13 demolition of France in their quarter final in Cardiff, however Smith said the side isn't looking too