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Tony Veitch: All Blacks fans are boring

COMMENT: Before you call me heretic, hear me out: New Zealand rugby crowds are largely boring, writes Tony Veitch.

Maori ABs triumph, USA Eagles suffer

The Maori All Blacks won a predictable result in Chicago this afternoon, thumping the USA Eagles 54 points to 7.

All Blacks get involved in Cubs' victory parade

The All Blacks soaked in all the excitement that comes with 5 million fans celebrating the end of a 108-year drought.

Agustin Pichot: Owen Franks dodged a bullet

The World Rugby deputy made it clear that Owen Franks dodged a bullet escaping suspension for an alleged eye gouge.

Cubs win the only fairytale ABs want to see

NZ Herald rugby writers Gregor Paul and Patrick McKendry break down three key questions as the All Blacks prepare to take on Ireland in Chicago.

Openside revolution: Playing seven in a post-McCaw era

Richie McCaw was locked in for so long, it almost kept New Zealand narrow minded.

Wynne Gray: Green men feel at home in Chicago

COMMENT: Rugby may have trouble making a blip on the sporting radar in Chicago but the Irish will be demanding every All Black's attention.

Code clash to ignite battle for TV remote

Rugby or League? Kiwis or All Blacks? Sure to divide TV audiences throughout the country tomorrow morning as both our boys in black kick off at 9am.

AIG re-signs with NZ Rugby

AIG has renewed its contract with New Zealand rugby, retaining its central spot on the All Blacks jersey.

What makes Liam Squire so good

It's Liam Squire's dominance in the collision that has pushed him into the No 6 jersey for the encounter with Ireland

All Blacks throw a curve ball in Chicago

The All Blacks have selected Jerome Kaino to start at lock in Sunday morning's clash with Ireland in Chicago.

Valerie Adams poses with All Blacks and Manu Samoa cutouts in Apia

Valerie Adams has arrived in Samoa as part of her travels as New Zealand's first Pacific Sports Ambassador.

Ins and outs of super rugby

It was a case of good and bad news yesterday for two walking-wounded of Hawke's Bay Magpies and Super Rugby's the Highlanders as as

Ellis leads Kiwi-heavy Baabaas at Wembley

New Zealand players dominate the Barbarians who face a scratch South African team at Wembley on Sunday, with veteran Crusader Andy

Four All Blacks named in NZ Maori side

The New Zealand Maori team has been bolstered by the inclusion of four All Blacks for their test against the USA.

Rattue: Lions coach is clowning around

COMMENT: Warren Gatland's criticism will build anticipation for the Lions tour, writes Chris Rattue. But you have to guffaw in this case, writes Chris Rattue.

Who should the All Blacks start at centre?

Another test and another decision for the selectors to make about who to play in the All Blacks midfield.

Gatland to ABs fans: You're embarrassing

British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland has a message for All Blacks fans ahead of next year's tour.