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Kris Shannon: 5 Reasons Why ... the Black Ferns will win the World Cup

The hometown favourites are strong title contenders

Michael Burgess: Dropping Shaun Johnson a big gamble for Kiwis

Opinion: It wasn't long ago that a Kiwis side without Johnson in the mix was unfathomable.

This is what life after the NBA looks like

New York Times: Life is good for some, but others have struggled to find their identity.

The concession NZ Rugby should never have given Jordie Barrett

OPINION: It's a lose-lose situation for the All Blacks, so why is it allowed?

The $3.6m reason why Ryan Fox may skip New Zealand Open

Ryan Fox's latest win has thrown a spanner in the works in terms of his return home.

Winners and Losers: How the NRL grand final stung Warriors fans

We review the sporting winners and losers from the past week.

What England learned from 2017 World Cup loss to Black Ferns

'I genuinely believe that it's the most competitive World Cup that there has ever been.'

Paul Lewis: The intriguing All Blacks XV selection facing Foster

Some of those on the 'feeder fifteen' tour will have to grab their chance – or melt away.

Top of the props: New coach runs rule over 'sensitive' All Blacks front rowers

Jason Ryan believes young All Blacks Tyrel Lomax and Ethan de Groot can become great props

Phil Gifford: Public apology to Quinn Tupaea would go a long way

Opinion: The reputation of rugby would be improved if Swain apologised, writes Gifford.

Exclusive: Leaked letters reveal major split between All Whites and NZ Football

'We were shot down': All Whites players reveal 'disrespectful' response in serious stoush.

Doomed to fail: Principals hit back at NZR's attempt to take-over schools rugby

NZR is making its move to take control of school's rugby, but not everyone is happy.

'Maybe this is not my year': Black Ferns co-captain opens up on freak injury

Simon suffered a dislocated patella, torn calf muscle, and ligament damage while training.

Gregor Paul: Why female rugby players continue to endure 'living hell'

Opinion: Women's rugby needs to find a way for the athlete to usurp the administrator.

Breakers set to have depth tested early

The Breakers season build-up has come with challenges.

Elliott Smith: How Tuivasa-Sheck could still play a key World Cup role

Opinion: It's worth considering both his role and history before next year's Cup.

The irony of the 'doom and gloom': Why Parker's $20m career is far from over

Joseph Parker remains a man in demand in the lucrative UK scene.

Opinion: NZ Football has a big problem, here's how to fix it

Opinion: If NZ football is to kick on, All Whites need to start scoring again.