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'We've clashed heads': Tom Walsh reveals 'tension' with Valerie Adams

Walsh and Adams recently trained together in Christchurch in preparation for the Olympics.

Gregor Paul: Why McKenzie's million-dollar gamble is worth the risk

Opinion: All Blacks superstar set for mid-career payday - and NZR's taking all the risk.

Exclusive: All Whites to play World Cup qualifiers in Middle East

The proposed tournament in the Middle East will be a considerable logistical challenge.

Gregor Paul: How the return of Brodie Retallick will boost the All Blacks

It will feel a little nostalgic to see Whitelock and Retallick clanking around together.

Warriors new recruit hopes fans can forgive his past

New Warriors recruit Matt Lodge knows his past will always be a talking point.

From gang expert to world champ: Meet the Black Caps' man behind the mace

Manager Mike Sandle has been on the Black Caps' rollercoaster journey for the last decade.

Naomi Osaka is talking to the media again, but on her own terms

New York Times: Osaka is guest-editing a magazine and has written a cover essay for Time.

'Embarrassed': The mistake that almost cost Nick Willis his Tokyo spot

Willis will compete in a record fifth Games but almost missed out due to a miscalculation.

Phil Gifford: The man in rugby I most despise (even after all these years)

Opinion: I've tried to be more grown-up about it - but it's hard to forgive and forget.

A new purpose: How All Blacks will judge success against Tonga

Dane Coles sets the bar by bluntly stating 2020 was "not good enough" from the All Blacks.

Gregor Paul: What success in 2021 will look like for All Blacks

Opinion: The ABs need money, but what it needs more is strong links with the grassroots.

Patrick McKendry: All Blacks in no-win situation against Tonga

Opinion: Without wishing to be cruel, Tonga haven't a chance of victory and they know it.

Top Auckland rugby club fined $15k for breaching rules

Remuera club found guilty of paying under-21 player, breaking competition rules.

Green light given: Major boost for NZ men's football team at Olympics

Oly Whites receive big boost three weeks out from their opening match at Tokyo Olympics.

Exclusive: Leading Auckland rugby club in poaching row

Top Auckland rugby club clouded in controversy after allegedly breaking payment rules.

Brodie is back: Why All Blacks resisted urge to 'unleash the beast'

Beauden Barrett will return but Brodie Retallick has been held back for another week.