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Chris Rattue: McCaw showing little sign of slowing down

Chris Rattue writes: It's that time again, a moment as good as any for paying homage to Richie McCaw.

Justin Marshall: Scrums a worrying shambles

There wouldn't have been one person who went away from Westpac Stadium disappointed in the test match they watched.

Gregor Paul: Lacklustre Champs in dire need credibility boost

Thousands of empty seats in Perth, yet more glaring refereeing blunders in both tests and what appears to be an increasing gap between the All Blacks and everyone else.

Justin Marshall: Overseas refs get it horribly wrong

There were plenty of talking points from Saturday's international rugby, including the performance of Beauden Barrett and the workmanlike All Black victory.

Chris Rattue: Powder puff forwards make Aussies cannon fodder

Chris Rattue writes: Sorry Michael Hooper but you are wrong -your Wallabies are broken all right because the forwards are as bad as they've ever been.

Justin Marshall: Unsung heroes with a plan

It is time to give a bit of credit to the unsung heroes of Saturday night's outstanding victory - Steve Hansen, Ian Foster, Mike Cron, Mick Byrne and Nic Gill, writes Justin Marshall.

Wynne Gray: Eden Park blitz eliminates Sydney's soggy stumble

Wynne Gray writes: We don't need to poke fun at the Wallabies, they did it themselves as they staggered under the weight of another All Blacks Bledisloe blitz.

Richard Loe: Inconsistent refereeing spoiling spectacle

Was it just me or was Romain Poite like a traffic cop looking to book his quota of tickets with his yellow cards last night?

Richard Loe: Carter must earn selection

It would be pretty harsh on Coiln Slade if he was dropped to the bench after the way he's played. But I'm not sure that's what they will do., writes Richard Loe.

Wynne Gray: Rise and rise of Retallick, all-action sensation

Let's face it, when the All Blacks thunder to a rollicking test victory, our focus is on the dazzling back play, writes Wynne Gray.

Justin Marshall: Win sets ABs up for battles ahead

Everything is set up for a fantastic start to the Rugby Championship, writes Justin Marshall. The All Blacks will have a high level of internal motivation, with the world record test-win streak on the line.

Wynne Gray: Test rugby the winner, thanks to England

The test series with England has been a big success. For that we must acknowledge the contribution of the visitors as much as the All Blacks.

Chris Rattue: Quiet tour shy of killer instincts

There is a lack of outright venom on the field, writes Chris Rattue. England have been strong yet failed to hammer home their advantages and been excruciatingly polite about it all.

Gregor Paul: Hansen right to back top combo

The old guard are back and it feels right. Still feels right five years after Jerome Kaino, Richie McCaw and Kieran Read first played as a loose trio against Australia in Sydney.

Justin Marshall: Clever use of driving mauls a lethal weapon

The driving maul is one facet of play England have used extremely effectively in this June series.

Wynne Gray: Questions remain about attitude

The niggle continues even as the All Blacks continue their marvellous unbeaten stretch, writes Wynne Gray. It's not a complaint, more of a misgiving, a twinge about their ability to go the distance.