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All Blacks first-five Richie Mo'unga heading for his try against the Wallabies. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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World Cup boost: Key All Blacks on track to return from injury

18 Aug, 2019 4:00pm
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Lively first-five could play against Tonga in a fortnight and should be fine for Japan.

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen happy with result of the Bledisloe Cup rugby test. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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On top where it counts: Why Hansen and ABs get last laugh

18 Aug, 2019 2:00pm
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All Blacks coach on a night to remember, World Cup momentum and Wales being ranked No 1.

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen looks on. Photo / Getty

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What pressure? Vindication for Hansen in All Blacks win

17 Aug, 2019 11:26pm
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Are Steve Hansen's All Blacks too old and on the decline? Not on this evidence.

All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith diving over for a try. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Bledisloe blacklash: Wallabies shut out by clinical All Blacks

17 Aug, 2019 9:30pm
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Who's panicking now? All Blacks retain the Bledisloe Cup and humiliate Aussies.

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Still perfect: Black Ferns overpower Wallaroos again

17 Aug, 2019 6:50pm
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The Black Ferns have kept their perfect record against the Wallaroos.

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All Black panic? Why the Wallabies will (but probably won't) win

17 Aug, 2019 7:45am
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Five reasons why the Wallabies will beat the All Blacks – and why they probably won't.

Adam Coleman of the Wallabies runs the ball during the 2019 Rugby Championship Test Match in Perth. Photo / Getty Images

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Five reasons Wallabies will win — and why they probably won't

17 Aug, 2019 5:00am
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It's only a matter of time before the All Blacks' fortress is breached.

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Bledisloe backlash: 'Prickly' Read's All Blacks demand

16 Aug, 2019 4:30pm
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All Black skipper wants improvement, but red mist won't help at Eden Park.

Steve Hansen during the team press conference in Auckland. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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Under pressure? 'Grumpy' Hansen's final Bledisloe presser

16 Aug, 2019 12:10pm
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Pressure on All Blacks coach Steve Hansen? Yes, you could say that.

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Comment: ABs numbers still good for Ben from Accounts

15 Aug, 2019 6:30pm
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Comment: Ben Smith is out of form but there's a good reason for that.

Sevu Reece and George Bridge at All Blacks training. Photo / Getty

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Doubling down: Why All Blacks are gambling on inexperience

15 Aug, 2019 4:00pm
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Dual playmakers, a new loose trio and now two inexperienced wings - ABs rolling the dice.

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'They were dropped': Steve Hansen sends All Blacks stern message

15 Aug, 2019 2:30pm
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All Black coach turns heat on players to react in appropriate way to Perth disaster.

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Hansen wields knife: Big names dropped in ABs team

15 Aug, 2019 5:00am
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The All Blacks selectors have wielded the knife ahead of a must-win Bledisloe Cup test.

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SBW's simple message to All Blacks before crunch test

13 Aug, 2019 4:45pm
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Time with Counties in Mitre 10 Cup reminds big midfielder of what the game is truly about.

Australia's Michael Hooper celebrates a try as New Zealand players look on during their rugby union test match in Perth, Australia, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019. (AP Photo/Trevor Collens)

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'I'm hurt hearing that': All Blacks deny 'dirty tactics' allegations

13 Aug, 2019 3:55pm
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The All Blacks have strongly denied any suggestion they deliberately targeted Wallabies.

Richie Mo'unga and Beauden Barrett of the All Blacks look on. Photo / Getty

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Carter to the rescue? All Blacks' surprise call out to former star

13 Aug, 2019 3:00pm
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All Blacks bring in Dan Carter to give young playmakers some valuable advice.

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Why we lost: ABs' honest review after Bledisloe shock

12 Aug, 2019 7:40pm
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All Blacks team review reveals what went wrong against Australia in Bledisloe opener.

The Wallabies performed at least 14 illegal neck rolls on All Blacks players during the Perth test. Photo / Supplied

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Caught red-handed! The 14 times Wallabies got away with illegal trick

12 Aug, 2019 3:15pm
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"No way accidental": Dangerous move under scrutiny as Wallabies escape penalty in Perth.

Steve Hansen has told his team not to panic over loss to Wallabies. Photo / Getty Images

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Hansen's message to All Blacks as Goodhue ruled out

11 Aug, 2019 5:07pm
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Jack Goodhue will not play in the reverse fixture at Eden Park next weekend.

Scott Barrett leaves the field after being given a red card. Photo / Getty

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'It was dumb footy': Hansen on ABs' controversial loss

11 Aug, 2019 12:40am
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Scott Barrett will now face the judiciary after his controversial red card.

Nic White of the Wallabies celebrates a try during the 2019 Rugby Championship Test Match between the Australian Wallabies and the New Zealand All Blacks. Photo / Getty Images.

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The stain clouding Wallabies' stunning win over All Blacks

10 Aug, 2019 11:40pm
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The Wallabies' victory will live long in the memory for probably the wrong reasons.

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Black Ferns bounce back in style with Wallaroos rout

10 Aug, 2019 8:45pm
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The Black Ferns have bounced back from their shock loss to France last month.

All Blacks captain Kieran Read on the charge. Photo / Greg Bowker.

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Read: Wallabies have had 'fire in belly' for years

10 Aug, 2019 7:02am
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The All Blacks' new loose forward combination will require few significant adjustments.

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All Blacks' unique brand of havoc: Five things to watch in Bledisloe I

9 Aug, 2019 7:00pm
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Five things to look forward to in the All Blacks' Bledisloe Cup clash against Australia.

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Hansen: Wallabies don't get credit for what they do

9 Aug, 2019 5:15pm
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The All Blacks are setting Michael Cheika's men up for something approaching a punchline.

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First shots fired: Extra tension between Hansen and Cheika

9 Aug, 2019 5:00am
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Cheika appeared upset at being reminded of Hansen's 'Mickey Mouse' jibe earlier this year.

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The All Black 'hybrid' who poses the biggest threat to Wallabies

8 Aug, 2019 6:30pm
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Michael Cheika describes ABs star as a threat who will have to be watched closely.

George Gregan holds the Bledisloe Cup aloft in 2002 - the last time Australia held the trophy. Photo / Getty

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Patrick McKendry: How Wallabies became the 'grey nomads' of world rugby

8 Aug, 2019 4:00pm
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COMMENT: Australia's barren Bledisloe Cup years are getting to ridiculous proportions.

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Dynamic duo: Savea and Cane to start in Bledisloe clash

8 Aug, 2019 12:00pm
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It's the Ardie Savea and Sam Cane show in Perth this weekend as ABs side revealed.

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'Vulnerable ABs': Hansen gets all the ammo he needs

7 Aug, 2019 3:00pm
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Former Wallaby's talk of a team on the slide is perfect motivational hook for All Blacks.

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All Blacks on high alert: 'Dynamic duo' expected to return for Wallabies

6 Aug, 2019 6:31pm
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Battle of loose forwards should take pace of game and ruck contest to new level in Perth.

Seasoned All Blacks outside back Ben Smith has come in for criticism after his performances against Argentina and South Africa. Photo / Photosport

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Bledisloe Cup: Ben Smith's message to error-ridden ABs

5 Aug, 2019 6:00pm
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After two poor tests, there's a proud record to preserve and a large trophy to retain.

Beauden Barrett moved to fullback for the test against the Springboks as Richie Mo'unga started at first-five. Photo / Getty

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Wallabies 'knew' All Blacks' secret World Cup plan two years ago

5 Aug, 2019 3:27pm
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Wallabies star: Former ABs coach predicted surprise switch two years before it happened.

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Now for the serious business: The potential All Blacks omen

4 Aug, 2019 11:35am
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Now for the serious business of the Bledisloe Cup.

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Quiet achiever: The 'unfortunate' All Black who deserves recognition

2 Aug, 2019 2:30pm
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Consistently excellent Matt Todd is built for the game the All Blacks want to play.

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Patrick McKendry: Time for an Ardie Savea-led All Black revolution

2 Aug, 2019 5:00am
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Explosive ball carrier was missed against Boks but should get chance against Wallabies.

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Under pressure: What SBW must do to make World Cup

31 Jul, 2019 3:00pm
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Midfielder will be under serious scrutiny while playing for Counties over next fortnight.

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'Torrid battle' awaits: All Blacks put on notice as stakes rise

29 Jul, 2019 2:50pm
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Phoney war is finally over - now ABs must shine against Wallabies in Perth and Auckland.

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All Black wizards to play Oz? Aaron Smith on the Beauden-Richie double-act

28 Jul, 2019 7:00pm
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Positive signs amidst the gloom of disappointing draw with the Springboks in Wellington.

Brodie Retallick of the All Blacks suffers a dislocated shoulder during the 2019 Rugby Championship Test Match between New Zealand and South Africa. Photo / Getty Images.

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Hansen's 'relief': Retallick's World Cup dream lives on

28 Jul, 2019 5:12pm
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Hansen said he is 'hopeful' Retallick will still be available for World Cup selection.

All Blacks Brodie Retallick injury during the 2019 Investec Rugby Championship game between All Blacks vs South Africa, Westpac Stadium. Photo / Photosport.co.nz

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Retallick injury leaves All Blacks 'gutted' after draw

28 Jul, 2019 8:20am
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Dane Coles has spoken out about the agony of watching Retallick go down injured.

Brodie Retallick of the All Blacks suffers a dislocated shoulder. Photo / Getty

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World Cup in doubt? Injury blow for Brodie Retallick

27 Jul, 2019 10:20pm
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The All Blacks have a potential massive injury blow on the eve of the Rugby World Cup.

Herschel Jantjies of the Springboks scores a late try. Photo / Getty

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It's a draw! Springboks score late to spoil All Blacks party

27 Jul, 2019 9:30pm
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The Springboks have again spoiled the All Black party at Westpac Stadium.

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All Blacks' next experiment? Captain Read says 'I'd prefer not'

27 Jul, 2019 5:00am
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Kieran Read says he would be happier at No 8 rather than blindside flanker.

South Africa's Willie le Roux celebrates the final whistle as Springboks celebrate their win over the All Blacks in Wellington last year. Photo / Photosport

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'Our biggest problem': Have All Blacks learned their lesson?

26 Jul, 2019 2:30pm
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It was painful but last year's loss to Springboks was a turning point for the All Blacks.

All Blacks winger Rieko Ioane on the burst during the first rugby test match between the All Blacks and France, held at Eden Park, Auckland. Photo / Brett Phibbs.

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Speed demons: Fastest All Black's puzzling drop in pace

26 Jul, 2019 9:05am
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Blues wing's form tailed off during Super Rugby say coaches; now he wants to fix it.

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Patrick McKendry: The attacking move that could revolutionise All Blacks

26 Jul, 2019 5:00am
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Experiment? More like a revolution. Mo'unga-Barrett combo could take ABs to new level.

Beauden Barrett hands Richie Mo'unga of the All Blacks a kicking tee. Photo / Getty

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Mo'unga's moment: The reason behind All Blacks' World Cup experiment

25 Jul, 2019 3:30pm
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No 10's combination with Beauden Barrett at fullback a long time in making for All Blacks.

Coach Steve Hansen talks to TJ Perenara and Beauden Barrett during an All Blacks training session. Photo /Getty

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Watch: Steve Hansen on latest All Blacks team

25 Jul, 2019 11:42am
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All Blacks coach Steve Hansen fronts the media after naming his side to face South Africa.

All Blacks Richie Mo'unga and Beauden Barrett will both start against the Springboks on Saturday night. Photo / Getty

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All Blacks' big World Cup experiment: Beauden Barrett to fullback

25 Jul, 2019 5:00am
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With only four tests until the World Cup, the All Blacks have shaken things up.

All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen and assistant coach Ian Foster. Photo / Getty

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'A lot of challenges': Inside the ABs pressure cooker ahead of Boks test

23 Jul, 2019 5:30pm
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Competition for places intensifies as clock ticks down to World Cup squad selection.

Josh Ioane during All Blacks training. Photo / Getty

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'Wouldn't have been fair': How Hansen 'protected' young All Black

23 Jul, 2019 2:00pm
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Josh Ioane was the only uncapped All Black to not get a run against the Pumas.

Ardie Savea of the All Blacks runs away to score a try during the International Test match between the New Zealand All Blacks and Samoa in 2017. Photo / Getty Images.

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Patrick McKendry: The big question for All Blacks ahead of Boks test

22 Jul, 2019 7:01pm
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Comment: What mix of loose forwards will Hansen go with on Saturday?

New Zealand's All Blacks Beauden Barrett center, is tackled by Argentina's Los Pumas Santiago Medrano, right, and Mayco Vivas, during a rugby championship match. Photo / AP

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'Huge relief': All Blacks survive tense Pumas test

21 Jul, 2019 7:22am
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It wasn't pretty but the ABs opened their Rugby Championship account with a win.

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Beauden Barrett's agony: 'I hope Canes fans understand'

13 Jul, 2019 5:00am
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Barrett says he had many tough conversations with dad Smiley before deciding on big shift.

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SBW gets green light for All Blacks trip

12 Jul, 2019 7:30pm
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Veteran midfielder will be given chance to play Pumas despite recent hamstring issue.

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First Beauden, now Jordie: Blues target second Barrett

12 Jul, 2019 5:00pm
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Hurricanes set for second cruel blow as Blues turn attention to younger Barrett sibling.

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McKendry: Why All Blacks should take note of Black Caps' win

12 Jul, 2019 5:00am
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COMMENT: There is another sporting upset looming at Buenos Aires next weekend.

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Mental and physical exhaustion: How NZR kept big Sam

8 Jul, 2019 8:00pm
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Japanese break necessary to keep Crusaders and All Blacks lock playing at top level.

Ramiro Moyano looks on after the Jaguares loss to the Crusaders in the Super Rugby final. Photo / Getty Images

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Sad Jaguares in tears after grand final defeat

7 Jul, 2019 4:39pm
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Pablo Matera's performance and impressive defence make Jaguares worthy finalists.

Crusaders coach Scott Robertson performs a break-dance as celebrates his team's 19-3 win in the Super Rugby final between the Crusaders and the Jaguares. Photo / AP

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'Lateral thinking': How Razor's sharp plan got job done again

7 Jul, 2019 10:29am
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Attention to detail and ability to inspire mark out coach Robertson as a special talent.

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Three in a row! Crusaders tame Jaguares in epic final

6 Jul, 2019 9:20pm
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The Crusaders won title number three in three years with a victory over the Jaguares.