What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rugby side required to score 147? (3,6)" mean?

The definition is "Rugby side". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ALL (synonym="ALL") + BLACKS (synonym="BLACKS") = ALLBLACKS; definition: "Rugby side" The answer is ALLBLACKS.

Rugby side required to score 147? (3,6)

Guardian Cryptic #29197 | 15 Across | 2023-10-10 flower

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