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    Stepping back from a head coach role has been the best move for Michael Cheika

    Stepping back from a head coach role has been the best move for Michael Cheika


    The former Wallabies coach is now the co-coach of Argentina.

    Cheika says not being in the top job has given him a new perspective on coaching.



    The Pumas take on the All Blacks in tonight's Rugby Championship match in Brisbane.

    You can hear the full interview with Michael Cheika on the DRS at 20 past one.

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