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NZ Schools suffer record rugby defeat to Australia

NZ trailed only 26-22 at halftime before conceding eight tries in the second.

Gregor Paul: Why Rugby Championship is true test of All Blacks' strength

The All Blacks have won the Rugby Championship nine times since 2012.

Gregor Paul: The All Blacks' soft spot exposed by Wallabies

ANALYSIS: The warning signs were perhaps missed when the ABs beat the Springboks.

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt frustrated with refereeing 'inconsistencies'

His work with Australia – a notoriously difficult assignment – has solidified his status.

Most encouraging sign for All Blacks at Eden Park - Phil Gifford

ANALYSIS: Perth test may be an even better yardstick to measure the side's progression.

Player ratings: The best Wallaby on the field at Eden Park

How the Wallabies rated in their 33-24 Bledisloe Cup defeat at Eden Park.

Gregor Paul: What Eden Park win says about All Blacks' class of 2025

OPINION: Scott Robertson's side fixed some but not all the issues exposed by South Africa.

Player ratings: The two All Blacks who scored nines in Bledisloe thriller

Cam Roigard shone on return, scoring a late try and steering momentum.

Bjorn Borg’s life after tennis: Book documents near-death experiences and recovery

New York Times: The tennis legend faces past demons to share his story on his terms.

Gregor Paul: NZ Rugby risks brand damage as sponsor's court case drags on

OPINION: Mohed Altrad’s bribery appeal will not be heard until September 2026.

Paul Lewis: Who the All Blacks should have picked for first Bledisloe Cup test

OPINION: The All Blacks bench for the first Bledisloe Cup test still lacks real impact.

Liam Napier: No excuses, it's time for the real All Blacks to stand up

OPINION: Scott Robertson's side have so far failed to deliver.

Gregor Paul: Robertson makes Luxon-esque statement with All Blacks selections

OPINION: Robertson is backing his incumbents, rather than making significant changes.

Phil Gifford: Six burning Bledisloe Cup questions

OPINION: Scott Robertson was criticised for his calm demeanour at halftime in Wellington.

Gregor Paul: All Blacks selection shake-up – the likely changes for Bledisloe test

ANALYSIS: Codie Taylor's return is set to stabilise a lineout that faltered in Wellington.

Ant Strachan: How the Bledisloe Cup test will be won

ANALYSIS: This is no ordinary Australian side. They are coached by a master tactician.

Alice Soper: How NZ Rugby let rivals overtake the Black Ferns

ANALYSIS: The Black Ferns went 42 days without a test before the World Cup began.

Gregor Paul: The hard truth behind NZ Rugby's near-empty trophy cabinet

ANALYSIS: The Bledisloe Cup is now one of the few trophies New Zealand Rugby still holds.

Gregor Paul: How Wallabies' biggest threat could force an All Blacks rethink

ANALYSIS: Joseph-Aukuso Sua'ali'i has already justified his $5.5m Wallabies contract.

On The Up: Harvard student aims to harness energy, football

David Grey was chosen for Harvard from more than 50,000 applicants.

New Zealand Schools tested before Australia clashes

Dan Lawrence impressed for Schools with relentless defence and game-breaking runs.

Alex Powell: Dominoes falling as Lawson fights Tsunoda for F1 future

OPINION: What we learned from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

How Ardie Savea rewrote the off-field rules with NZ Rugby and Adidas

ANALYSIS: Adidas clashed with Savea after he launched his own clothing label.

Hamstrung: How silence on Jorja Miller's injury keeps fans in the dark

Black Ferns flanker has been ruled out of the World Cup semifinal against Canada.

First XV rugby: Herald’s annual awards

Covering the latest developments in schools rugby.

Revealed: The injury ruling Jorja Miller out of RWC semifinal

The Black Ferns flanker left the quarter-final in the 46th minute clutching her leg.

Five ways to make your children better at sport

How parents and coaches can help children thrive on the pitch.

Battle of the Bays heroes retain starting jerseys as Magpies ring the changes

Five changes in the starting lineup as Magpies chase win over Taranaki.

Warriors: 10 burning questions from an eventful 2025 NRL season

The early 10-3 result run was a feel-good story but the late drop in form stung.

The most painful All Blacks defeats: Where does Boks loss rank?

Where does Saturday's thrashing rank among the All Blacks' most painful losses?

Alice Soper: How a rule change could have seen World Cup bite handled fairer

OPINION: Ireland were let down by the fact they couldn't challenge an alleged foul play.

Gregor Paul: Pressure points as incoming CEO to confront All Blacks' volatility

OPINION: New Zealand Rugby expects to name its new chief executive before the end of 2025.

UPDATED: Where does Wellington disaster sit in rankings of every ABs v Boks test ever played?

Ranking all 108 test matches played between the All Blacks and the Springboks.

All Blacks: Rugby commentator Elliott Smith answers your questions

'Everything needs to be on the table in the wake of Saturday.'

Warriors 2025 NRL report card: Veterans struggle as rookies shine

Which players impressed the most during the 2025 NRL season?

All Blacks Q&A: Elliott Smith answers your questions

Newstalk ZB commentator Elliott Smith answers your questions on all things All Blacks.

Ant Strachan's notebook: What went wrong in Wellington

OPINION: Former All Black Ant Strachan looks at the capital calamity.

After unwanted halfback's heroics in Battle of the Bays, could Tonga be calling?

Lincoln McClutchie's wobbly kick from 30m won the game for the Magpies over the Steamers.

First XV rugby: The top high school fullbacks in NZ

Looking at the future stars continuing New Zealand's rich legacy of great fullbacks.

Phil Gifford: Why Razor's job should be safe for now

Massive switches to the coaching and playing line-up would be difficult.

Gregor Paul: The All Blacks showed their true selves and we need to get used to it

OPINION: If the All Blacks do bounce back, it won't signal the dawn of a golden age.

Gregor Paul on the darkest day: All Blacks legacy rocked by record Boks thrashing

OPINION: South Africa scored six tries as the All Blacks collapsed after halftime.

Player ratings: The two Boks that got 10s in record win

How the Springboks rated in their record win over the All Blacks in Wellington.

How the Warriors players rated in NRL elimination final defeat

Which players impressed and who struggled in the Warriors' elimination final.