Rugby World CupPrince Harry the peasant gardenerOrganisers of Rugby World Cup's opening ceremony showed they had a sense of humour by transforming Prince Harry into a peasant gardener.18 Sep 08:22 PM
Rugby World CupABs great features in opening ceremonyFormer All Black captain Sean Fitzpatrick was the focal point for NZ during the opening ceremony, while some very royal familiar faces were spotted front and center.18 Sep 07:10 PM
Rugby World CupLifting the lid on the pressure cookerThe All Blacks have become masters at bringing through new players who can contribute from day one.18 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionSteve BrauniasSecret diary of the All Blacks in London<strong>Ma'a Nonu:</strong> The beds are too nice and soft so I'm sleeping on the floor in the gym. It gives me easier access to all 77 stations.18 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionEditorial: Relish the quiet before RWC stormChelsea are still stealing Britain's sport headlines from the Rugby World Cup, and that's fine by the All Blacks.18 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandOnly booked early birds catch openerIf you are up early today you'll still be too late to catch the opening Rugby World Cup game at one downtown Auckland bar.18 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Pumas game a chance to gauge teamRemember it's the new game in town. After weeks of window-dressing about team arrivals, hypothetical discussions and likely combinations, the World Cup begins.18 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandCourage more important than size for fanThe Japanese rugby side, known as the Cherry Blossoms, have a strong reputation for their courageous yet comparably small players.18 Sep 05:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Carter intent on settling scoreDaniel Carter has a World Cup winner's medal, yet no memories of dominating the tournament. He's in London to put that right.18 Sep 05:00 PM
Rugby World CupFamiliarity breeds confidence for ABsThere's something reassuring about the side the All Blacks have picked for the opening game, writes Gregor Paul.18 Sep 10:45 AM
Rugby World CupCarter set to spark ABs' strongest XVAll Blacks coach Steve Hansen has named his strongest lineup for the World Cup opener against Argentina.18 Sep 10:45 AM
New ZealandKiwis keen on ABs memorabilia - Trade MeKiwis are reaching for their wallets as the Rugby World Cup draws near, with Trade Me searches for memorabilia and jerseys increasing dramatically in recent weeks.18 Sep 07:18 AM
Rugby World CupStorylines of the Rugby World CupThe World Cup won't be just about what happens on the field. Here are the storylines likely to dominate during the course of the tournament.18 Sep 05:20 AM
OpinionGrant Nisbett: Should the English be nervous?England v Fiji is a tricky start for the hosts and it's fair to say there are plenty of normally confident English fans who are a tad nervous, writes Grant Nisbett.18 Sep 02:48 AM
Rugby World CupRugby World Cup: What you need to knowThe 2015 Rugby World Cup kicks off on Saturday morning - here's everything you need to know to prepare your weekend viewing.18 Sep 01:55 AM
Rugby World CupThe World's Cup: What is Prince Harry up to?Steve Deane scours global media for an offbeat look at rugby's biggest show.18 Sep 12:08 AM
Rugby World CupAustralia won't win because ...We identify the "real" reason why each team won't win the Rugby World Cup.17 Sep 11:25 PM
New ZealandRugby fans warned of drink driving risksRugby fans keen to have a drink while watching the Rugby World Cup have been warned that checkpoints and patrols will be happening across the country around the games.17 Sep 11:00 PM
Rugby World CupWhat Franks brothers did after winBen and Owen Franks did something you wouldn't expect.17 Sep 09:16 PM
Rugby World CupCroydon's revenge: France finedThe French rugby team's woes continue - they've now been slapped with a parking ticket.17 Sep 07:50 PM
Rugby World CupInteractive: The world's turned All BlackThe map that shows just how popular the All Blacks are - and that nobody cares about England.17 Sep 06:27 PM
Rugby World CupEngland extends overseas player banThe English Rugby Union is to extend its policy of not selecting any overseas-based players for England for the next two Cups.17 Sep 05:00 PM
Rugby World CupSladey - survival of the fittestIf there's ever a nuclear war, chances are Colin Slade will make it through.17 Sep 05:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Can the All Blacks stop the rolling maul?It's jumping ahead a bit, but later this year, who knows, maybe the story will start on a cold winter's night in Christchurch with the All Blacks playing Argentina.17 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanHow Mr Grumpy turned into Mr NiceAll Blacks coach Steve Hansen may be the best advertisement yet for media training.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne day to go to RWC lift offThere will be no sightings of a shirtless Sonny Bill Williams after training at the Rugby World Cup -- unless you have a seat on the team bus.17 Sep 05:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Underdogs bring 'vanua' to clashFiji's focus on team-building values might give them an upper hand against England in the upcoming opening.17 Sep 05:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Captain has to fight for his placeNo player is guaranteed a spot for the quarter-finals, including captain Jean de Villiers, coach Heyneke Meyer revealed at yesterday's Springboks announcement.17 Sep 05:00 PM
Rugby World CupNFL: Agent in townIf you hear someone behind shouting "first down" at Twickenham tomorrow it will probably just be Jack Bechta confused in all the excitement.17 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionHard out here for a coachFlip-flopping Warriors should shift focus to their players.17 Sep 05:00 PM
