Rugby: All Blacks back up plans to make most of his time in starting role
So far Aaron Cruden has relied on injury to win his starting All Black jersey ahead of Daniel Carter.
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Richard Loe: Positives aplenty in opener
If I was the All Black coaching staff, I'd be pretty pleased with the 23-13 win and I'd be looking to start the same 15 next test.
As it happened: All Blacks v France
Join us for the live blog of tonight's rugby international between the All Blacks and France from Eden Park.
All Blacks: Well aware of France's unpredictability
The All Blacks insist there is zero chance they are underestimating France in the first test in Auckland tonight.
'Let's get it right first up'
Read will lead out the All Blacks tonight for the first time at home while regular skipper Richie McCaw continues his comeback to full fitness after his sabbatical.
Rugby: French starting over in challenge with best: No8
If the French are handing out awards for sporting diplomacy, Louis Picamoles would be a prime contender.
Rugby: All Blacks front row ready to front up
France are not hugely experienced but will fancy their front row clash against the All Blacks.
Rugby: French recruit learning by numbers
A rugby priority for backrower Bernard le Roux was learning to count to 20, so he could understand lineout calls.
Rugby: The foreign legion prop up Les Bleus
French rugby have apparently decided that, if they can't beat the clubs, they'll join them.
Rugby: Saint Andre in struggle to lift modest French
Nicknamed Piglet for his skittery running style, Philippe Saint-André is best known here as captain of the only French team to win a test series on New Zealand soil.
British media reaction: Haka a 'hot potato'
The British media have ridiculed the decision of the IRB to fine the French rugby team $5000 for advancing on the All Blacks haka before Sunday's Rugby World Cup final.
French dirty play on field - and at restaurant
The French team left New Zealand last night with their reputation tarnished after damning video....