Relationships between the Blues rugby partners have sunk to a low as they bicker over match arrangements, player payments, dividends and franchise venues.

Dan Carter and Richie McCaw's greatness have left the All Blacks with major problem heading into the northern tour.

It's time for the All Blacks to flush the dunny and get rid of forwards coach Steve Hansen, writes Paul Lewis.

South Africa are more than worthy Tri-Nations champions while the All Blacks have become embarrassing chumps.