Rugby World CupWallabies top 'Pool of Death'Australia emerged victorious from the Pool of Death to earn a quarter-final clash with Scotland and banishing Wales to a showdown with South Africa.10 Oct 05:42 PM
New ZealandFamily fly to cheer All BlackThe Coles clan jetted out of Auckland ahead of the quarter-finals next weekend.10 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionHerald on Sunday editorial: Hansen is seriously happy at this CupSteve Hansen has a cherubic grin. This would be a pleasant discovery in the All Blacks' head coach at any time.10 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupNonu makes team betterMa'a Nonu's trophies for playing 100 tests for the All Blacks could be seen on his head after the Tonga match in Newcastle.10 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Moody on his way to EnglandTony Woodcock's World Cup tournament is likely over, with Canterbury prop Joe Moody heading to the UK to join the squad10 Oct 08:09 AM
OpinionChristian Cullen: All Blacks won't be out for revengeThe All Blacks won't mind who they face in next weekend's quarter-final, writes Christian Cullen, they will be happy either way10 Oct 07:52 AM
Rugby World CupRWC: Carter set to rewrite tragic scriptHe has had to be patient but, after the toughest four years of his career, Daniel Carter is finally where he wants to be.10 Oct 07:38 AM
OpinionGregor Paul: All Blacks' critics missing the pointPlenty of people have failed to grasp a simple fact, writes Gregor Paul. The only thing the All Blacks need to do is win.10 Oct 04:46 AM
Rugby World CupRWC: Schmidt desperate for Ireland to avoid ABsJoe Schmidt invited a series of sporting legends into camp to inspire his players for the important encounter with France.10 Oct 04:15 AM
Rugby World CupAudio glitch causes fan frustrationSky TV has defended its coverage after a technical fault left the audio out of sync with the video during this morning's All Blacks match.10 Oct 03:51 AM
Rugby World CupRWC: Milner-Skudder set to shineNehe Milner-Skudder has almost certainly won the No14 jersey for the All Blacks' quarter-final next weekend and he can't wait.10 Oct 03:19 AM
Rugby World CupEngland coach left gobsmacked over rumoursEngland coach Stuart Lancaster has been left gobsmacked by suggestions his employer is approaching people to replace him.10 Oct 01:30 AM
Rugby World CupFox: All Blacks not satisfied with formThe All Blacks aren't satisfied with their World Cup form but hope the "real fear" of a quarterfinal exit will spur them on.10 Oct 12:58 AM
Rugby World CupProud Nonu reaches milestone in styleFor Ma'a Nonu, his achievement in playing 100 tests for the All Blacks could be seen on his head10 Oct 12:37 AM
Rugby World CupRatings: Naholo the big loserChris Rattue rates the best and the worst from the All Blacks match over Tonga this morning.09 Oct 11:51 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Read's form a concern for ABsKieran Read's form has flat-lined this season and it should concern the All Blacks, writes Wynne Gray.09 Oct 11:34 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Shag shows off singing skillsAll Blacks coach Steve Hansen has played a starring role a lip-syncing video that has gone viral.09 Oct 11:28 PM
Rugby World CupStatistical standouts from ABs v TongaNehe Milner-Skudder and Sam Cane lead the way for All Blacks players who stood out statistically against Tonga.09 Oct 11:04 PM
Rugby World CupFans fear Cup heading Australia's wayNervous New Zealand fans fear the Rugby World Cup is on its way back to Australia.09 Oct 09:55 PM
Rugby World CupABs win: What the UK press saidThe English media has wasted no time in panning the All Blacks' chances of defending the World Cup.09 Oct 09:53 PM
Rugby World CupTwitter reacts: All Blacks v TongaDespite a frustrating first half, the All Blacks managed a win against Tonga with a decent margin - but fans on Twitter were kept on the edges of their seats at first.09 Oct 09:14 PM
Rugby World CupMilner-Skudder stars for ABsIf the All Blacks needed a challenge to get going in this World Cup they got it in the first half of this big victory over Tonga.09 Oct 09:05 PM
OpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: All Blacks look ready for quartersIt wasn't quite the emphatic statement they were hoping for, but the All Blacks did at least run into more convincing form in Newcastle.09 Oct 08:54 PM
Rugby World CupNonu's special boots for 100thMa'a Nonu has taken to the field for his 100th test this morning, decked out in a custom pair of boots made especially for the historic occasion.09 Oct 07:19 PM
Rugby World CupAs it happened: All Blacks v TongaJoin us here for a live chat with Herald expert Wynne Gray following the World Cup match between the All Blacks and Tonga in Newcastle.09 Oct 07:05 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: It's a sin worse offenders escapeIs this World Cup the dirtiest in its short history? Or have trigger-happy referees and their television sidekicks overstepped the mark, backed up by the judicial lieutenants monitoring the replay service?09 Oct 04:30 PM
EditorialEditorial: Time for our champions to find the sparkAll Blacks' sluggish form is a Rugby World Cup worry ... and so is the sad slump in the fortunes of South Pacific teams.09 Oct 04:30 PM
Rugby World CupAli Williams: A replay of 2007? Bring it onBut for the All Black players, it doesn't really work like that. There is no hoodoo or curse or anything like that.09 Oct 04:30 PM
Rugby World CupPacific Island players 'haunted' by perceptionsThe Alesana Tuilagi ban handed down by World Rugby has confirmed the fears of many Pacific Island players at this World Cup - they are judged by a different standard.09 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupWallabies ones to beat, says WaughThe ripples won't take long to reach New Zealand, but former Wallabies captain Phil Waugh believes Australia have wrestled Rugby World Cup favouritism from the All Blacks.09 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: ABs exorcising the demonsAll Blacks bet France 8-7 in the 2011 RWC final. Fast-forward 4 years and Hansen and McCaw are again carrying the hopes of a rugby-mad nation.09 Oct 04:00 PM
