NZRU boss Steve Tew hopes he's claimed a victory for three-test inbound series in the June window.

Maori Television may run advertising-free coverage of the Rugby World Cup games to woo viewers from its rival commercial broadcasters.

John Key rejects claim's from Maori TV's CEO that negotiations for the Rugby World Cup broadcasting rights were political management

Dan Carter slipped, Stephen Donald tumbled and Mike Delany soared - fate has scattered the All Black first-fives in the most unexpected directions.

Star All Blacks rugby first five-eighth Dan Carter has been handed a one-match ban for a dangerous high tackle on Wales halfback Martin Roberts.

The Maori TV-led bid for the Rugby World Cup rights has encountered problems behind the scenes.

The 2019 Rugby World Cup which is to be staged in Japan will produce eye-watering ticket prices, writes Peter Bills.

Remember the utter shambles as the All Blacks bombed out of the last Rugby World Cup because they could not organise a simple drop-goal?

Maori Affairs Minister Pita Sharples has given his blessing for taxpayer funds to support Maori TV's World Cup bid.

Saturday's Tri-Nations test is being seen as a litmus test for the city's hosting of three Rugby World Cup pool matches in 2011.

All Blacks coach Graham Henry has a go at kick-focused international rugby.

The All Blacks will head off for another Grand Slam tour next year - their third in five years.