Rugby World CupRWC: Cheika's Argentine links coming in handyMichael Cheika understands well the threat Argentina pose to the Wallabies in their semifinal after almost being wooed into coaching the Pumas.22 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupDon't believe SA mind gamesHeyneke Meyer's lavish praise heaped on the All Blacks this week has been described as mind games by his opposite Steve Hansen, who has told his team to take no notice.22 Oct 01:51 PM
Rugby World CupPauliasi Manu gets call-upHe's on his way to England as prop cover after injury rules out Wyatt Crockett for South Africa game.22 Oct 01:42 PM
Rugby World CupSettled side to tackle SpringboksJoe Moody's inclusion is coach Steve Hansen's only change for the All Blacks' semifinal against South Africa at Twickenham.22 Oct 10:45 AM
Rugby World CupHalfback battle decisive in semiAaron Smith and Fourie du Preez are shaping as the men who will ultimately determine the outcome of Sunday's semifinal, writes Gregor Paul.22 Oct 10:45 AM
Rugby World CupRWC: The Springboks' famous fiveThe All Blacks' semifinal opponents also have a handful of superstar veterans who are on the way out.22 Oct 05:24 AM
Rugby World CupRWC power rankings: Burger over McCawPOWER RANKINGS: The All Blacks will be up against a king in their semi-final clash, writes Dylan Cleaver.22 Oct 05:20 AM
Rugby World CupSemis: Everything you need to knowAs the Rugby World Cup 2015 semi-finals rapidly approach, we've gathered up all the vital information you need to know before settling in to cheer on the All Blacks.22 Oct 05:20 AM
Rugby World CupWet weather rugby for semi?All Blacks and Springboks set to go head-to-head in the pouring rain, with forecasts showing a 70 per cent probability of rain at kick-off.22 Oct 03:17 AM
Rugby World CupThe Boks victory that made the All BlacksThe All Blacks' road to hegemony didn't come in 2011.21 Oct 11:00 PM
Rugby World CupBrit says ABs get 'special privileges'THE WORLD'S CUP: Respected sports writer accuses people of buying into the "All Black myth".21 Oct 09:29 PM
New ZealandKey: McCaw an 'intelligent, thoughtful guy'Prime Minister John Key has heaped yet more praise on All Blacks captain Richie McCaw, who he texted suggesting he check out a flag video on his Facebook page.21 Oct 09:13 PM
Rugby World CupBeer that will end in miseryRival coaches Steve Hansen and Heyneke Meyer share something in common at every test - beer.21 Oct 07:59 PM
Rugby World CupSpringboks: 'This All Blacks team is the best ever'South Africa coach Heyneke Meyer has described the current All Blacks as probably the best team ever to play the game.21 Oct 07:03 PM
New ZealandWhy did Key delete Richie text?Prime Minister asked All Black captain to check out his flag video on Facebook page but then deleted the text.21 Oct 06:15 PM
Rugby World CupCoaches at boiling pointPsychologist says how coaches deal with pressure is critical to team performance.21 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Aussie focus on semi onlyAfter admitting they carried a hangover from the Pool of Death into the knockout stages, the Wallabies are determined to cut all ties with their slip-up against Scotland.21 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupSpringboks need to be shrewderIt was perhaps reassuring to hear one of the most bruising of the Springbok forwards suggesting that guile, rather than brawn is the key to beating the All Blacks in their semifinal.21 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionClaire TrevettLittle's a jinx and Key's a curseIt may be a stretch to say Labour leader Andrew Little will be to blame if the All Blacks lose the semifinal against South Africa this weekend.21 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupCarters split duties ahead of big moveWith her husband at the Rugby World Cup, Honor Carter is packing for the family's new life overseas.21 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionMike HoskingMike Hosking: London calling to faraway clownsWhat the organisers think of the Southern Hemisphere crashing their party in such spectacular fashion, I can only imagine.21 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupWynne Gray: Rugby rulers need to up their gameThe heavyweight coaches should be encouraged to stay an extra week and nut out the laws so more people can understand rugby.21 Oct 03:00 AM
OpinionChris RattueTMO rules need tweakingCOMMENT: World Rugby needs to prevent a refereeing controversy marring the 2015 World Cup semifinals and final, writes Chris Rattue.21 Oct 02:00 AM
Rugby World CupRWC causes boom in Kiwi travellersFans backing black at the Rugby World Cup are behind a boom in Kiwis travelling abroad last month.21 Oct 01:31 AM
Rugby World CupJoubert ran off 'to avoid public row'It is understood he wanted to avert threat of public confrontation with angry Scotland players.21 Oct 12:09 AM
OpinionGregor PaulThey could pull off a big surpriseCOMMENT: It's hard not to wonder whether South Africa are going to pull of rugby's version of the rope-a-dope trick, writes Gregor Paul.20 Oct 11:30 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Self-belief 'key factor' for AusWallabies coach Michael Cheika is intent on convincing his team it really does deserve to be in the semifinals after World Rugby indicated otherwise.20 Oct 10:10 PM
Rugby World CupSix areas where Springboks are bestCOMMENT: The All Blacks would be foolish to write off South Africa, writes Chris Rattue.20 Oct 10:10 PM
Rugby World CupPower rankings: Which ref comes out top?Three matches left in the World Cup - and one exhibition game to decide third - and all will be whistled by men of the north.20 Oct 09:56 PM
