Auckland police anticipate smaller crowds tonight
Police are anticipating more manageable crowds in Auckland for tonight's North Shore-based Rugby World Cup match.
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Scotland avoid major World Cup upset
Two late tries saved Scotland from an embarrassing loss to Romania in their pool B Rugby World Cup clash at Rugby Park in Invercargill today, edging out a 34-24 win.
Two hospitalised after cup celebration assaults
Two men are in hospital with head injuries after being assaulted during the Rugby World Cup celebrations in Auckland last night.
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All Blacks' second-half stage fright
The curtain went up on the World Cup and the All Blacks delivered a main play response with a few acts missing.
All Blacks win scrappy Cup opener
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Live commentary: All Blacks v Tonga
nzherald.co.nz brings you live coverage of the Rugby World Cup's first match between New Zealand and Tonga from Eden Park. The All Blacks haven't lost at Eden Park since 1986. Follow all the action LIVE.