Rugby
Lions in search of a watering hole in Wellington
Twenty five thousand rugby fans are expected in the capital this week for two Lions games. Michael Cropp went out talk to find some of the fans supporting the visitors. Audio
Lions to bring $30 million to Wellington
The Lions tour is rolling into Wellington, where it's expected to bring an economic windfall to the capital. They're playing the Hurricanes tomorrow night and the All Blacks on Saturday. Video, Audio
Savea to start for Canes
Dumped All Black winger Julian Savea has been released by coach Steve Hansen to play for the Hurricanes in Tuesday's clash with the British and Irish Lions in Wellington.
All Blacks v British and Irish Lions
The All Blacks went one-up in the first test at Eden Park in Auckland on June 24. Fairfax's sport news director Kevin Norquay tells Wallace it was a beautiful game. Audio
All Blacks v Lions: Who rated the best in NZ's 30-15 win
LIONS TOUR: The All Blacks have taken a one-nil lead in their Test series against the Lions, winning 30-15 in Auckland. Matt Richens rates the players. Video
As it happened: All Blacks defeat Lions in Auckland
The All Blacks have beaten the Lions 30-15 in the first Test in Auckland. See how it all unfolded with Jamie Wall's live blog here. Video
Bars prepare as Lions' fans descend upon Auckland
Auckland bars and restaurants are expecting Saturday night to rival the revelry of the 2011 Rugby World Cup as thousands of Lions fans descend on the city.
Bars expect Lions match to rival crowds during 2011 RWC
Auckland bars and restaurants are expecting tomorrow night to rival the revelry of the 2011 Rugby World Cup as thousands of Lions fans descend on the city. Audio
All Blacks prepare to take on the British and Irish Lions
Sports fans have a huge weekend ahead with Team New Zealand back on the water, and the All Blacks facing off in their first of three tests against the British and Irish Lions. Joe Porter was at the… Video, Audio
Blues brother bolts into All Blacks for Lions blockbuster
Rieko Ioane, 20, will face a baptism of fire against the Lions tonight after he was selected for his first test start for the All Blacks.
Dear Lions, here's how to beat the All Blacks
Opinion - How are the Lions going to beat the All Blacks? Ahead of tomorrow's test at Eden Park, Jamie Walls shares some ideas from recent defeats. Video
Close contest expected in Lions' first test
The Telegraph's rugby correspondent Gavin Mairs and RNZ's Joe Porter are ready for a fierce clash when the first test of the Lions tour begins in Auckland tomorrow night. Audio
Lions fans keen for the test series to kick off
"I think we're in with a shout" British and Irish Lions fans have arrived in Auckland for the first test against the All Blacks at Eden Park. Audio
Hansen names All Blacks team to take on the Lions
Rieko Ioane has been selected over Julian Savea for the All Blacks test against the British and Irish Lions on Saturday. Some have questioned the move, but Coach Steve Hansen says the 20-year-old is… Video, Audio
Ioane and Crotty to start for All Blacks
Rieko Ioane and Ryan Crotty have been named to start for the All Blacks against the British and Irish Lions in the first Test at Eden Park on Saturday.
Lions in New Zealand to win
The Lions are starting to look like a team that knows what it takes to win rugby games in New Zealand. BBC rugby journalist Chris Jones is in New Zealand following the team's progress. Video, Audio
Retro Lions vs cheating All Blacks
Sports aficionado Murray Deaker shares thoughts on the retro Lions and the cheating All Blacks. Audio
Has Gatland decided on his Test fifteen?
Lions coach Warren Gatland is tipping plenty of lively debate in their Test selection meeting after his supposed second-string troops outclassed the Chiefs.
Rennie has confidence in All Blacks
The All Blacks should have the individual skills to challenge the Lions in the first test and will not make as many mistakes, according to Chiefs coach Dave Rennie.
Gatland believes Lions peaking perfectly
British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland believes the tourists are building towards a peak at just the right time after his side cruised to a 34-6 win over the Chiefs in their sixth tour match.
