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These are the greatest All Blacks of the professional era, from the rugby field to fame.

Gregor Paul: From flash to force - the strategic shift that changed the Blues

The secrets behind the Blues' transformation under coach Vern Cotter.

Gregor Paul: The only viable country for Super Rugby expansion

OPINION: Super Rugby is at a crossroads over whether to reduce or expand club numbers.

Icons in Black: The best halfbacks and loose forwards since '96

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Sports Insider: Aussies looking to kick Super Rugby to touch

OPINION: Enjoy Super Rugby Pacific while you can before the Ockers bail out.

Icons in Black: The best midfielders and first fives of the pro era

These are the greatest All Blacks of the professional era, from the rugby field to fame.

Editorial: The loss of Carter Gordon should be Australia's wake-up call

OPINION: Fans are lamenting Gordon's NRL move as a blow to Australian rugby's status.

First XV rugby wrap: Hamilton Boys' High as strong as ever, Grammar remain unbeaten

The defending champs are looking as formidable and well-resourced as ever this season.

Gregor Paul: Rugby needs the Blues to win Super Rugby

OPINION: In Auckland, rugby has to fight for players and eyeballs.

Sports Insider: NRL in talks to bring Origin to Eden Park

'It's that old hoary chestnut of how late Eden Park can stay open.'

How New Zealand's first Para-badminton player lost his leg playing football

The lower-leg amputee's path to becoming a four-time Paralympian is winning material.

Paul Lewis: The $2b question over laughable America’s Cup claims

ANALYSIS: Economic gains from major events like the America's Cup are often overstated.

Gregor Paul: Has NZR's $10m gamble flopped?

ANALYSIS: Behind the scenes and behind expectations – the flaws in the costly strategy.

First XV rugby wrap: King’s College making their case; should media-shy schools be playing at Eden Park?

Who are the competition’s most improved outfit?

Opinion: Lock stocks and two smoking priorities for All Blacks

Analysis: The All Blacks' selection panel faces tough calls ahead of the squad naming.

Winners and Losers: Cricket's world order is changing

OPINION: We need to give more respect to Afghanistan, writes Chris Rattue.