All Blacks
When being a fan comes first
As a reporter, it's my job to be an impartial observer - but sometimes the fan in me can't help but take over, Alex Coogan Reeves writes. Video
What to expect from the Rugby World Cup final
OPINION: Ahead of a final which will mostly be watched by bleary-eyed New Zealanders and Australians in the wee hours of the morning, Jamie Wall tells us what to expect.
History won't be denied in World Cup final
History beckons for the winner of the Rugby World Cup final in London, but both the All Blacks and Wallabies are dismissing it as a factor.
All Blacks and Wallabies dismiss history as history beckons
History beckons for the winner of the rugby world cup final in London, but both the All Blacks and Wallabies are dismissing it as a factor, in the lead up to Sunday morning's match at Twickenham. Audio
RWC LIVE: All Blacks vs Australia
Rugby World Cup Final: The All Blacks take on Australia at Twickenham. Follow LIVE commentary of the game here.
Hansen keeping it simple
For someone who does "not like too much palaver in my life", it's hard to know just how much joie de vivre Steve Hansen will show if the All Blacks retain the World Cup.
Keep it simple - but not too simple
OPINION: As rugby pundits place predictions for Sunday's big match, Glen Scanlon finds it may come down to style: simple versus adventurous.
Rugby World Cup final tickets selling for $1300
Tickets are still available for seats at the Rugby World Cup final at Twickenham, with prices ranging from $1300 to an eye-watering $18,000.
All Blacks team unchanged for final
The All Blacks have named an unchanged 23 for the Rugby World Cup final against Australia at Twickenham on Sunday morning.
Fans gearing up for trans-Tasman clash
For fans here it will be an early rise on Sunday morning, but as Alex Ashton reports, the five-am kick off time isn't putting many off. Audio
Lack of injuries in All Black squad may pay off in RWC finals
In just over 40 hours the All Blacks will be taking on Australia in the Rugby World Cup final. Audio
All Blacks name team for final against Australia
The All Blacks have named their team to play Australia in the Rugby World Cup final on Saturday. Audio
McCaw in the clear
All Blacks captain Richie McCaw is free to play in Sunday's Rugby World Cup final against Australia.
Savea up for try of the year award
The contenders for the International Rugby Players' Association Try of the Year have been revealed with All Blacks winger Julian Savea appearing twice.
Australian Media and The Rugby World Cup - Murray Olds
We're counting down to the final of the Rugby World Cup this weekend. The Aussie team isn't even muttering the words 'All Blacks'. But some Australian media seem to be declaring war on Richie… Audio
How to win a Rugby World Cup final
To help you understand what it takes to win a Rugby World Cup final, RNZ has undertaken the onerous task of reading the wise words of the world's top rugby soothsayers to bring you some highlights.
Wallabies play underdog card
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has instantly grabbed the underdog tag for the Rugby World Cup final, claiming the All Blacks have Australia's measure.
All Blacks and Springboks: two bullies of the schoolyard
OPINION: The All Blacks are heading into another chapter of international rugby's book of pain: a test match against the Springboks. Jamie Wall weighs up each team's prospects.
Rugby World Cup: Nailing the crucial moments
Nailing the crucial moments - like the All Blacks did on Sunday - is the sort of thing that wins World Cups, writes Jamie Wall in his latest Benchwarmer comment.
Hansen says McCaw will be fine
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has dismissed reports captain Richie McCaw could miss the World Cup final for elbowing an opponent in the semi-final.
