Concussed All Black prospect is taking too much of a risk, writes Chris Rattue.

Fair to say Eden Park is set to see plenty of big-time rugby when the Lions hit town.

The only injury likely to be causing Steve Hansen any lingering concern is Dane Coles'.

The midfield will be of extra interest to the All Blacks coaches, says Justin Marshall.

Sam Whitelock has to be the All Black captain if Kieran Read falls, writes Chris Rattue.

Read and Kaino's injuries will test the All Blacks' stocks.

Ali Williams and his family are set to return home to New Zealand.

A Melbourne Rebels up-and-comer has a huge decision to make.

COMMENT: Our national game is no longer a sport - it is a business.

COMMENT: The plan has possibly been thrown into doubt by Kaino's need to have surgery.

Jerome Kaino's knee surgery may see Liam Squire start against Lions, writes Gregor Paul.

The Lions have four of the world's top five goal kickers according to their kicking coach.

The All Blacks have midfield options but no established combination.

Kieran Read is not getting ahead of himself in the lead up to the upcoming Lions tour.

All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby through to 2020.

Auckland-born Ben Te'o says his surprise selection for the Lions was a huge thrill.

Three surprise inclusions - and three unlucky omissions - from the Lions side to tour NZ.

These Lions show quality across the board - a list of those who missed out prove that.

The big questions: Has Warren Gatland picked a squad good enough to beat the All Blacks?

The identity of the captain for the Lions' tour of New Zealand looks to have been leaked.

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has a new job for a cause that's close to his heart.

The Lions will need to be at least 10 per cent fitter according to a conditioning expert.

All Black great Buck Shelford backs Pin a Poppy campaign.

Beauden Barrett's sensational form is a reminder of when Christian Cullen ruled.

Two-year-old tot Ka'iulani Forbes is fighting a rare cancer called Neuroblastoma.

Beauden Barrett is the best rugby back I've seen ... bar one, writes Chris Rattue.

Sam Warburton the wrong man for Lions captaincy says Stuart Barnes.

The 10 sportsmen who have most divided the New Zealand sporting public.

Hurricanes flyer Nehe Milner-Skudder looms as an unlikely starter for the Lions series.

According to legend, Barrett's dad announced his intention to "go breed some All Blacks".