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Gregor Paul: The point being missed in eligibility debate

Opinion: Changing rugby's laws won't be transformational for the Pacific Island nations.

Gregor Paul: Rattled All Blacks more vulnerable than anyone realised

OPINION: The fact ABs were so inferior says a lot about where they really stand in rugby.

Paul Lewis: The Black Caps' chance to wipe away 75 years of torment

Let's be honest. We'd all rather face anyone else than Australia in a World Cup final.

'We have to prepare for anything': All Whites coach juggles conflicting aims

Danny Hay has plenty to ponder as his team prepare for the Oceania World Cup qualifiers.

Warriors miss out on blockbuster signing

The centre would have been the Warriors' biggest signing since snaring Roger Tuivasa-Sheck

Big interview: Danny Morrison on trolls, flamboyant commentary and a career abroad

Morrison left NZ 15 years ago, and his commentary career has attracted a lot of attention.

Phil Gifford: The most absorbing aspect of All Blacks v Ireland

Opinion: There's one key matchup to watch out for in a fascinating test.

Gregor Paul: How to fix the All Blacks' one area of uncertainty

Opinion: Just how far this All Blacks team can grow may hinge on one decision.

All Blacks roundtable: NZME rugby experts answer the big questions

NZME's stable of rugby experts answer the biggest All Blacks questions.

'Always a chance': How surprise Black Caps hero took down England

Mitchell's unbeaten 72 off 47 balls blasted the Black Caps into the World Cup final.

Gregor Paul: The All Blacks' Cane and Coles conundrum

OPINION: The two players who advanced their cause in Rome were Sam Cane and Dane Coles.

How Aaron Smith's arrival complicates All Blacks halfback picture

The All Blacks halfback dynamic has shifted several times this year and will do so again.

The difficult 'challenge' Williamson must overcome against England

Black Caps coach Gary Stead described the situation as a mental challenge for Williamson.

Gregor Paul: The epic battle that will decide if Barrett is prince or pretender

OPINION: There's a sense that Barrett has been building towards a memorable performance.

All Whites star under injury cloud as coach ponders experimental 'tweaks'

The team may also have an unexpected diversion in the form of the Black Caps in Abu Dhabi.

Lost golden generation: The great Kiwis team no one got to see

One of the greatest Kiwis teams have been robbed of the chance to shine for two years.

No more mismatches: The big questions ABs must answer in tough Ireland test

A torrid evening awaits if the All Blacks aren't at the peak of their powers.

Gregor Paul: Why Ireland will be confident against drained All Blacks

OPINION: The Irish obviously think they have smelled blood in the water.