OpinionI think, therefore I am an AB devoteeFrom time to time rugby in New Zealand is referred to as a religion.30 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionSteve BrauniasSecret Diary of the RWC finalAt the end of the day I think the majority of New Zealanders are pretty relaxed about the result of the Rugby World Cup Final this weekend.30 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World Cup1987 RWC winners - Where are they now?The Weekend Herald investigates what has happened to the 1987 World Cup winners.30 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: The Super SixSix All Black greats will play their last test in Sunday's World Cup final. Wynne Gray gives his impression of the leavers30 Oct 08:14 AM
Rugby World CupCheika: Why I won't say All BlacksAustralia coach forced to explain attempts by the Australia Rugby Union to undermine opponents.30 Oct 07:59 AM
Rugby World CupWhy Richie doesn't do big speechesOn the eve of the 2015 World Cup final, Gregor Paul analysed Richie McCaw's likely impact on the showpiece occasion.30 Oct 07:14 AM
Rugby World CupRWC: Gallagher's considerable claim to fameThe first Englishman to win the Rugby World Cup final did so in an All Blacks jersey.30 Oct 07:12 AM
New ZealandScott Base scientists ready to cheer on All BlacksScientists at Scott Base in Antarctica will be cheering on the All Blacks when they attempt to make history in Sunday morning's Rugby World Cup final.30 Oct 05:58 AM
Rugby World CupAustin Healey: Battle of the No9s to determine champWhile there will be fascinating clashes across the pitch in the World Cup final, one battle will prove the most influential.30 Oct 05:46 AM
Rugby World CupRWC: All Blacks' aura the envy of world rugbyThe All Black mystique casts the kind of spell Stuart Lancaster's banished England tried and failed to copy.30 Oct 05:23 AM
Rugby World CupAll Blacks handed hidden head startOne of the All Blacks' secrets remains a mystery and unquantifiable to even them.30 Oct 03:53 AM
Rugby World CupThe All Blacks' right-hand manIf the ABs find themselves in a hole on Sunday, one man off the field will play a pivotal role in any revival.30 Oct 03:34 AM
AirlinesAirlines go head to headAir New Zealand has challenged Qantas to paint its planes black if the All Blacks win the Rugby World Cup final.30 Oct 02:28 AM
Rugby World CupEnd of the ABs' golden eraThere will be, regardless of the outcome, some kind of closure at Twickenham tomorrow.30 Oct 02:10 AM
New ZealandFinal to cause tension amongst troopsAustralia and New Zealand Defence Force troops are set to watch the Rugby World Cup final together in Iraq.30 Oct 01:34 AM
OpinionPaul ThomasPaul Thomas: McCaw beat-up shows need for media scrutinyRichie McCaw was at risk of missing the RWC final through being suspended for foul play. Paul writes how media could be the blame for this situation30 Oct 01:21 AM
Rugby World Cup'You've just got to bash Aaron'Former Australian player Glen Ella reckons stopping Smith is essential if Australia are to win.29 Oct 09:58 PM
Rugby World CupAussies the ultimate wind-up merchantsAustralia has a tendency to snag anything that Kiwis deem rightfully theirs.29 Oct 09:14 PM
OpinionHere's the truth about McCawBrian Moore urges English rugby fans to join the rest of the world in farewelling one of its greatest players.29 Oct 08:30 PM
OpinionToby ManhireRWCF: Observations of a brutal battleThe pocock is not alone, for now the egg is clutched firmly, jealously between the clawed feet of the black-hooded macaw, writes Brian.29 Oct 08:15 PM
Rugby World CupPM predicts ABs will win 27-12Although he did predict an All Blacks-Argentina final a week ago.29 Oct 08:01 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: The Webb Ellis PrayerAn Auckland rugby fan has penned a version of the Lord's Prayer in ode to the All Blacks.29 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: The science of winningWith two days to go, Massey University answers the hot questions on performance, featuring specialist opinion from across the university29 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWCF: Fanzone screen ruled outHefty costs for screens, security and "other services" are reasons why the Super City's refuse to set up a fanzone for Aucklanders to watch the RWCF.29 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Mealamu sets the highest standardWhen Keven Mealamu's penultimate battle with the ABs finished with a narrow semifinal win, the old warrior made his way back to the dressing room.29 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Don't forget the heart pillsA specialist will be reviewing hospital admission data to see if the World Cup final might prove too heart-wrenching for fans with sensitive tickers.29 Oct 04:00 PM