New Zealand Cavaliers

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The Cavaliers was the name given to the unofficial New Zealand rugby union team which toured South Africa in 1986.

The rebel tour occurred after the official All Black tour planned for 1985 was cancelled due to a legal challenge. The team included many current All Black players, who were temporarily banned from playing when they returned home.

The Cavaliers were coached by Colin Meads and captained by Andy Dalton.

The Cavaliers won only one of the four matches against South Africa, though won 7 of their 8 other games on the tour.