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McKenzie stars in dominant All Blacks XV victory

The backup All Blacks team scored seven tries on the night in Dublin.

Phil Gifford: Are the Black Ferns ready for an arm wrestle?

Phil Gifford presents six talking points before a big weekend for the Black Ferns and ABs.

All you need to know: All Blacks v Wales

All you need to know ahead of the All Blacks test against Wales in Cardiff.

Gregor Paul: How Wales can beat ‘vulnerable’ All Blacks

Opinion: It’s no wonder that optimism in Wales has reached unknown levels this week.

All you need to know: Black Ferns v France, World Cup semifinal

All you need to know ahead of the Black Ferns’ World Cup semi-final clash against France.

'I play to make my teammates better': Record-breaking Smith reflects on career

An open Aaron Smith discusses this season's struggles and his future beyond next year.

Former Chile rugby captain now proudly a Magpie

Napier-based former Chile rugby captain Francisco Jose Deformes talks about his pride in Chile reaching the Rugby World Cup. Video / Neil Reid

French fans out to rain on Black Ferns’ parade

Les Bleues' supporters may be out-numbered tonight, but say they won't be out-passioned.

Tight Five with Elliott Smith: The three Wallabies that would make the All Blacks

Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith analyses the latest from the world of rugby.

'What could go wrong?': The strategy behind Black Ferns big change

Renee Holmes returns to the starting side in the only change for their World Cup semifinal

The most misunderstood role in sport: What it takes to coach ABs in the modern age

Why the All Blacks head coaching role is among the most misunderstood in New Zealand.

Why so many Magpies, and their coach, are winging it to the US

Magpies coach Josh Syms accepts offseason job in Major League Rugby

Liam Napier: What to expect when All Blacks team for Wales is announced

The underwhelming Japanese test revealed several concerning aspects for the All Blacks.

Black Ferns turn to specialist for blockbuster France clash

Wayne Smith has made just one change to his starting XV to take on France.

Paranoid or prudent? England women raise spying fears ahead of World Cup semi

One Red Roses coach is afraid their opposition have been handed a sneaky advantage.

Gregor Paul: The First XV system has failed - just look at the All Blacks

The principals of the 1A schools have taken an important first step.