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Phil Gifford: Four steps to Rugby World Cup success

Opinion: Australia will host the Rugby World Cup in 2027. Here's how to make it a success.

All Blacks coach weighs in on Jordie Barrett's midfield switch

Ian Foster talks to Liam Napier about where he sees Barrett playing for the national team.

Highlanders drive to first win of season

The Highlanders are winless no more.

Descent into insanity: I watched Dan Carter kick for 24 straight hours

Kris Shannon was at Eden Park to see Dan Carter's first kick. And then the next 1597.

Focus Sport: Kate Wells and Michael Burgess preview all the action this weekend

From Super Rugby Pacific to Tiger Woods return to competitive golf, Kate Wells and Michael Burgess preview all of this weekend's sporting action. Video / NZ Herald

Gregor Paul: What 'coaches for coaches' mess really says about All Blacks

Opinion: The ABs have found a convoluted solution to a problem that had an easier fix.

Watch live: 'I thought it might have broken me' - Dan Carter reaches halfway line of charity epic

The legendary All Black is attempting to slot 1598 goals in the span of 24 hours.

Ex-national rugby captain joins list of dead Ukrainian athletes

The 55-year-old was a giant of the sport in his home country.

All Blacks prop reveals hidden issue almost drove him to retire

Karl Tu'inukuafe was in so much pain that he wanted to quit rugby.

Rugby Direct podcast: Can Jordie Barrett succeed in the ABs midfield?

The big rugby topics from another intriguing weekend of Super Rugby.

Gregor Paul: Time to look at how sport is earning its money

OPINION: It's time for everyone to care more about how sport is earning its money.

'The heart of the rugby universe': Australia set to host back-to-back World Cups

For a three-year period Australia will be the home of rugby.

NZME secures exclusive radio rugby commentary rights

NZME has signed a four-year deal to deliver rugby radio commentary.

Focus Sport: Weekend sports results in 90 seconds

Cheree Kinnear gives the highs and lows of the weekend's sport all in 90 seconds. Video / Sky Sport / NZ Herald

Phil Gifford: Have the All Blacks finally found a Nonu replacement?

From red cards to daytime action, Super Rugby Pacific had plenty of talking points.

Wayne Smith reveals personal reasons for joining Black Ferns

Former All Blacks coach signs up for World Cup in tribute to an old mate.