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Rugby: Bundee jump is causing ire

When he was coach of Wales, Graham Henry caused outrage across the valleys when he proposed importing South African schoolboys as a genuine development strategy for the national team.

Rugby: Prosthetic limbs close to passing

Thanks to New Zealand research funded by the International Rugby Board, revolutionary prostheses and hearing aids are close to fruition.

'Harden up' fringe players

All Black coach Steve Hansen has accused players who give up their All Black dream to play for other countries of lacking “mental fortitude”.

Rugby: Frustration builds as global season still on hold

Despite the Southern Hemisphere's urgency and pressing need for outcome on the proposal to shift the June test window to July, a decision remains some way off.

Rugby: Gatland puts pressure on players to fight for international careers

Wales prop Gethin Jenkins has acknowledged that a number of senior players will be fighting for their international careers in today's mouthwatering Six Nations clash against France at the Millennium Stadium.

Rugby: Rookie ready to face off against O'Driscoll

England's three-cap centre Luther Burrell has to find a way to control the 139-test Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll - and he cannot wait to have a go.

Rugby: Mandela's World Cup smile etched in Pienaar's mind

Their friendship helped forge a new country, the white rugby player and the black President who came to represent South Africa's racial reconciliation.

All Blacks complete perfect season

The All Blacks completed their first perfect season as a last-gasp try by Ryan Crotty and an Aaron Cruden conversion defeated Ireland 24-22.

Two changes to face Argentina

Hooker Andrew Hore returns to All Black action in one of two changes to the side to play Argentina at La Plata on Sunday.

Rugby: Big hitter thinking way into England side

The days when Courtney Lawes was happy just to be known for making thunderous tackles appear over.

Rugby: Clubs commit to leaving

All Blacks: Barrett to test pivotal assumption

The next 12 months may not pan out the way everyone expects in regard to the All Black first-five pecking order.

Rugby: ABs have edge in clash of the ages

Wynne Gray selects his strongest All Blacks side from players who donned the black jersey since 1990

McCaw inspirational in comeback

Presence is part of Richie McCaw's rugby authority. When he turns out in black, as he did on his return to test rugby last night, his appearance inspires and motivates.

Rugby: Magic 100 against old foe on the line

What chance of another Dipak Patel moment or, for those with longer memories, a John Beck chapter in tonight's start to the Bledisloe Cup series.

All Blacks: McCaw a magnet for trouble

Rested, rehabilitated and ready, Richie McCaw will begin his final career ascent tonight, determined to push on and lead the All Blacks in a successful World Cup defence.