The All Blacks are facing Christmas in quarantine - unless their demand for a Rugby Championship schedule change is met.
SANZAAR today announced the All Blacks final match is set for the December 12 in Sydney - meaning they will need to isolate until at least Boxing Day on their return.
New Zealand had been hoping the tournament involving Australia, South Africa and Argentina would last five weeks not six.
But is it about Christmas in isolation or a breakdown in communication?
Sports editor Stephen Hewson has the details.
