All BlacksAll Blacks: Back in black and formThe instant form reversals of Ma'a Nonu and Aaron Smith came as no surprise to an All Black coaching panel that has been part-confused, part-frustrated by the tactical vision at the Highlanders.15 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionPaul LewisPaul Lewis: Dynamo shows don't dream it's overRene Ranger's showings off the bench will be greatly pleasing All Black management - and not just for selection reasons.15 Jun 05:30 PM
All BlacksAll Blacks: Lineout soars to new heightsThere was a time when it was best not to mention the All Blacks lineout around Steve Hansen. In 2009, it was a sick-looking thing, an almost contagious element of the All Blacks that infected all those who went near it.15 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionRichard Loe: Entire All Black squad lift in tempoImprovement across the board was demanded after the first test and it was delivered last night.15 Jun 05:30 PM
SportTop images: ABs v FranceImages from the All Blacks second test against France at AMI Stadium, June 15 2013. 15 Jun 09:32 AM
Super RugbyRugby: Visitors expect Tahs to hit field fired upLions back-rower Jamie Heaslip is tipping NSW coach Michael Cheika will have the Waratahs pumped up for tonight's showdown with the unbeaten tourists.14 Jun 05:30 PM
RugbyRugby: The foreign legion prop up Les BleusFrench rugby have apparently decided that, if they can't beat the clubs, they'll join them.01 Jun 05:30 PM
RugbyRugby: O'Driscoll Victory is essential for Lions brandRugby great Brian O'Driscoll has warned his Lions teammates that a series victory in Australia is crucial for the Lions' future.29 May 05:30 PM
RugbyRugby: Kiwi's pride at being a LionFormer Crusaders winger Sean Maitland, another New Zealand export, wants to achieve two things on the Lions tour of Australia - make the test team and play against his cousin, the controversial Quade Cooper.25 May 05:30 PM
RugbyRugby: Choice may prove costlyHaving committed to Samoa, Alapati Leiua now finds himself as an unwitting test case to see if players who aren't eligible for the All Blacks can get a fair deal in New Zealand.18 May 05:30 PM
All BlacksAll Black midfield crisisThe All Blacks are facing increased heat on their midfield resources for next month's test series against France.05 May 05:30 PM
RugbyRugby: Level playing field still some way offThe IRB will have to be careful about shifting into congratulatory mode after nailing a more equitable tournament structure for the next World Cup.27 Apr 05:30 PM
RugbyRugby: European leagues sabotaging Lions' tour chances, says former head coachSir Ian McGeechan is rarely aggressive in his condemnations, but just occasionally, when he feels forced to defend something he cherishes, he can be very sharp indeed.19 Apr 05:30 PM
RugbyRugby: Gatland on prowl for names for Aussie tourWarren Gatland is not quite as mobile as he once was. Two dodgy heels, the legacy of a nasty fall in New Zealand last year, have put a brake on the former All Black hooker but he will still leave his peers standing this weekend.05 Apr 04:30 PM
All BlacksABs stunned by EnglandThe unbeaten record has gone. The season has ended in stunningly bad fashion with England bursting into astonishing life at Twickenham to beat the All Blacks.01 Dec 04:47 PM
OpinionGregor Paul: Fouls tally calls for scrutinyDiscipline, or lack of, has become a prevailing theme throughout the autumn tests and of all the statistics to emerge in the past few weeks, writes Gregor Paul.28 Nov 08:30 PM
RugbyEngland ready for 'beatable' All BlacksThe English Rugby team are relishing the opportunity to play against the All Blacks and assistant coach Andy Farrell believes the world champions are vulnerable.27 Nov 08:03 PM
All BlacksKing Carter still has his crownEurope is thick with pretenders yet none of the first-fives hoping to steal Dan Carter's crown are likely to usurp the king. Not in the near future anyway.12 Nov 04:30 PM
