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Gregor Paul: How Will Jordan's return complicates Beauden Barrett's role

OPINION: Beauden Barrett's age-defying form challenges the All Blacks' strategy.

Savea to captain All Blacks, Plummer brought in as cover

It comes after Dalton Papali'i re-signs with New Zealand Rugby through to 2027.

Triple the pride: Sibling rivalry fuels Hotham family’s sporting success

The Hothams are set for heated debate about which sibling success sits top of the podium.

Elliott Smith: Why All Blacks won't rush to Olympic Sevens

The lure of the Olympics seems stronger for the public than for rugby players.

Exclusive: Portia on her plans to switch to league

Woodman-Wickliffe said there has already been some interest from Australian clubs.

Secret bidding war: How the All Blacks ditched Nike for Adidas – twice

The inside story of how a $50 million rugby apparel deal was won.

The trait All Blacks selectors want in their halfbacks

This talent separates the best nines from the rest, forcing opponents to adapt in defence.

Phil Gifford: Jordan at 14 or 15? Questions from the All Blacks squad naming

OPINION: One question looms above all others for this All Blacks squad.

The family connection that makes Darry's All Blacks debut even more special

The 24-year-old lock is the second member of his family in the All Blacks' camp.

Paul Lewis: The big selections Robertson must get right

OPINION: Certainty in playmaker roles is crucial for the ABs' prospects.

Winners and Losers: All Blacks' positional oddities are head-scratching

Take note elsewhere – the All Blacks' amazing halfback stocks are a blueprint to success.

Rugby's game of thrones: North faces southern uprising

Southern Hemisphere powerbrokers believe an Australian is the man to save rugby.

Gregor Paul: Why All Blacks can't afford to move Will Jordan to fullback

OPINION: There are specific personnel changes that seem necessary for the All Blacks.

Patience pays off as McKenzie passes audition as All Blacks' top No 10

The 29-year-old has taken his chance with both hands.

Who is Noah Hotham, and is he the All Blacks' future top No 9?

The 21-year-old earned his first test cap against Fiji – but it won't be his last.

Wallabies forced to fight for victory over Georgia

The Wallabies have survived a scare to keep their unbeaten run under Joe Schmidt alive.