Rugby World Cup'Beating All Blacks would be little miracle'Former French coach Marc Lievremont believes it will take a small miracle for France to beat the All Blacks on Sunday.13 Oct 04:20 AM
OpinionGregor PaulFrance aren't great. Here's whyOPINION: The French are as much hung up on 2007 as New Zealanders are, writes Gregor Paul.12 Oct 11:15 PM
OpinionDana JohannsenDana Johannsen: Take a peek at that famous auraWhen it comes to the All Blacks, the English press are obsessed with three things: the haka, Richie McCaw's tactics at the breakdown, and the team's "aura".12 Oct 08:32 PM
New ZealandCouple reveal true RWC coloursFor Kiwi Genevieve Gibson and her French fiance Fabien Le Gall, this weekend's quarter-final clash between the All Blacks and France is a different kind of test.12 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupAll Blacks 'can't wait' to play FrenchJoe Moody's arrival from NZ as a replacement for Tony Woodcock means the All Blacks are back to full fitness as they prepare for their date with destiny.12 Oct 03:49 PM
Rugby World CupFrench reunion for Sonny BillFor Sonny Bill Williams, Sunday's quarter-final against France will have an added significance - a reunion with France coach Philippe Saint-Andre.12 Oct 03:38 PM
Rugby World CupDraw after extra time? Kicking duelShould scores still be drawn after 10 minutes each-way of extra time, tournament rules state that the referee will conduct a place-kick competition.12 Oct 07:40 AM
Rugby World CupRWC: Seven things you need to knowWith all eight quarter-final spots now filled, Scott Yeoman looks at seven things you need to know going into tonight and the next few days.12 Oct 07:12 AM
OpinionJustin Marshall: France will harden All Blacks upAfter cruising through their pool, the All Blacks need this match against France to shake off the cobwebs, writes Justin Marshall.11 Oct 10:34 PM
Rugby World CupSpectre of Wayne Barnes loomsWill All Blacks will get the referee they fear most for quarter final against France?11 Oct 07:19 PM
OpinionWhy ABs will embrace CardiffEver since the draw was made - some time last century - the World Cup was destined to march back in time to pit the All Blacks against France in a Cardiff quarterfinal.11 Oct 07:05 PM
Rugby World CupFamilies add balance to All BlacksWorld Cup quarter-final week for the All Blacks means an increasing number are welcoming partners and families after a month away from home.11 Oct 03:02 PM
Rugby World CupAll Blacks focus on 'do or die footy'It's quarter-final week and the mood has changed in the All Blacks' camp ahead of what is potentially their last game of the World Cup.11 Oct 03:01 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: SBW should start over NonuSBW should start ahead of Ma'a Nonu in the quarterfinal, in the name of trying to break opponents with skill rather than crashing through them, writes Chris Rattue.11 Oct 02:30 AM
Rugby World CupABs prepared for referee meltdownThe one thing that won't happen this week is the All Blacks being sucker-punched by the unexpected.10 Oct 10:11 PM
Rugby World CupCarter finally where he wants to beThis week, Carter took greater responsibility and didn't leave it exclusively to others to probe for space. He was happy to charge, dance a bit and commit tacklers to him.10 Oct 09:21 PM
Rugby World CupReturning to the nightmare in CardiffThe All Blacks are heading for a showdown in Cardiff, the scene of their 2007 World Cup exit. Dylan Cleaver revisits that dark day.10 Oct 06:50 PM
Rugby World CupNonu makes team betterMa'a Nonu's trophies for playing 100 tests for the All Blacks could be seen on his head after the Tonga match in Newcastle.10 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Moody on his way to EnglandTony Woodcock's World Cup tournament is likely over, with Canterbury prop Joe Moody heading to the UK to join the squad10 Oct 08:09 AM
OpinionChristian Cullen: All Blacks won't be out for revengeThe All Blacks won't mind who they face in next weekend's quarter-final, writes Christian Cullen, they will be happy either way10 Oct 07:52 AM
Rugby World CupRWC: Carter set to rewrite tragic scriptHe has had to be patient but, after the toughest four years of his career, Daniel Carter is finally where he wants to be.10 Oct 07:38 AM
OpinionGregor Paul: All Blacks' critics missing the pointPlenty of people have failed to grasp a simple fact, writes Gregor Paul. The only thing the All Blacks need to do is win.10 Oct 04:46 AM
Rugby World CupRWC: Milner-Skudder set to shineNehe Milner-Skudder has almost certainly won the No14 jersey for the All Blacks' quarter-final next weekend and he can't wait.10 Oct 03:19 AM
Rugby World CupFox: All Blacks not satisfied with formThe All Blacks aren't satisfied with their World Cup form but hope the "real fear" of a quarterfinal exit will spur them on.10 Oct 12:58 AM
Rugby World CupProud Nonu reaches milestone in styleFor Ma'a Nonu, his achievement in playing 100 tests for the All Blacks could be seen on his head10 Oct 12:37 AM
Rugby World CupRatings: Naholo the big loserChris Rattue rates the best and the worst from the All Blacks match over Tonga this morning.09 Oct 11:51 PM
OpinionWynne GrayWynne Gray: Read's form a concern for ABsKieran Read's form has flat-lined this season and it should concern the All Blacks, writes Wynne Gray.09 Oct 11:34 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Shag shows off singing skillsAll Blacks coach Steve Hansen has played a starring role a lip-syncing video that has gone viral.09 Oct 11:28 PM
Rugby World CupStatistical standouts from ABs v TongaNehe Milner-Skudder and Sam Cane lead the way for All Blacks players who stood out statistically against Tonga.09 Oct 11:04 PM
Rugby World CupFans fear Cup heading Australia's wayNervous New Zealand fans fear the Rugby World Cup is on its way back to Australia.09 Oct 09:55 PM
