All Blacks
Vintage challenge expected from Springboks
The All Blacks are expecting a vintage challenge from a resurgent South Africa side in their top-of-the-table Rugby Championship encounter in Albany on Saturday.
ABs seek perfection against Springboks
The All Blacks are still searching for a complete 80 minute performance after their error-ridden 39-22 win over Argentina on the weekend.
Physical battle coming from the Springboks
She's going to be a physical one.... All Blacks flanker Sam Cane admits South Africa will push them to the limit in next weekend's Albany Test.
Clayton McMillan named Maori ABs coach
I te rā nei pāpāhotia ai e te Ohu Whutupaori o Aotearoa te tīpakohanga o Clayton McMillan, nō Te Moana ā Toi (Ngāi Te Rangi), ki te tūranga Kaiako Matua o Te Kapa Ōpango Māori.
Fifita sparks All Black comeback against Pumas
A sensational try by powerful young flanker Vaea Fifita sparked the All Blacks to another comeback 39-22 victory over Argentina in their Rugby Championship clash in New Plymouth.
All Blacks storm back against plucky Pumas
Two late tries by the All Blacks have denied Argentina their first ever win over the All Blacks, going down 39-22.
Excitement growing ahead of AB's clash with Argentina
It will be a welcome home party of sorts when Beauden and Scott Barrett run out with the All Black in New Plymouth tomorrow night.
All Blacks get taste of country life
Taranaki is home to the three Barrett brothers. Middle brother, Scott, who plays lock, took a group of curious All Blacks out to visit the family farm. Audio
Seven changes to All Blacks starting lineup
The All Black selectors have made seven changes to their starting line-up to take on Argentina in New Plymouth on Saturday.
NZ Rugby not interested in rebel competition
New Zealand Rugby is showing no interest in a a rebel competition in Australia. Perth billionaire backer Andrew Forrest has effectively declared war on the Australian Rugby Union, vowing to...
Hansen hints at changes
The All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has hinted that there will be changes to his side for this weekend's game against Argentina in New Plymouth.
Franks out for the season
All Blacks prop Owen Franks will undergo achilles surgery, ruling him out of rugby for the rest of the year.
Lavanini left out of Pumas squad
There is no place for ill-disciplined forward Tomas Lavanini in Argentina's Rugby Championship tour squad despite his clearance by a Sanzaar judiciary.
NZ Rugby denies involvement with England football manager
New Zealand Rugby has dismissed reports that they've had an involvement with new England football manager Gareth Southgate.
England football to adopt some All Blacks policies
The England football boss Gareth Southgate is planning on adopting some of the policies used by the All Blacks as they prepare for their next World Cup qualifying games.
Todd out of All Blacks contention with broken hand
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen will have to reassess his options at openside flanker after Matt Todd was ruled out for four weeks with a broken hand.
Thousands turn out to farewell Pinetree in Te Kuiti
A piper welcomed Sir Colin 'Pinetree' Meads into the Les Munro Centre in Te Kuiti, where the All Black legend's funeral was held this afternoon. Video
Former Wallabies captain hails coaching staff
The former Wallabies captain Nick Farr-Jones says Australia's embattled coaching staff deserve credit for inspiring their players in Saturday night's 35-29 loss to the All Blacks. Audio
Te Kuiti ready to farewell Sir Colin Meads
All Black great Colin Meads will be laid to rest today in Te Kuiti, after one last beer with his friends on Sunday.
All Blacks take the Bledisloe
RNZ sports reporter Barry Guy reviews the cracking second test against the Wallabies in which the All Blacks got over the line with a minute to go. Audio