Jamie Wall

The French were expected to be easy pickings, but instead showed up to play and provided Scott Robertson with a valuable start to the season, writes Jamie Wall. Audio

Scott Robertson is pleased with the way his side overcame injuries and a gallant French side in the victory in Hamilton.

The two heavyweights collide in London on Sunday morning NZT - here's all the latest news and stats, and what it means for Joseph Parker.

Watch: The fullback may well end up spending time at first five on Saturday night, but he isn't worried. Audio

For the first time in a while, it feels like the All Blacks can make wholesale changes and retain a decent level of overall experience.

Watch: They are using blood biomarkers to lift performance, with the tests already making a difference to the way the team eats.

Scott Robertson had initially said he would use all his available players in the series, which may result in a Chiefs-heavy lineup this weekend.

Analysis - While the highlight reels will be all about offloads, this test was all about a masterful control of field position.

Watch: While a few chances went begging last weekend, don't expect the foot to be taken off the gas for the second test.

The knowledge the All Black midfielder has brought back from Ireland may play a key role in the All Black season, writes Jamie Wall.

The frustratingly constant intervention of the match officials has led the All Blacks to try a simple solution.

Ardie Savea is in line to take over the leadership in his hometown for the next French challenge.

Jamie Wall breaks down what we learned from an opening test that went right down to the wire. Video, Audio

Despite the result being a lot closer than many thought, Scott Robertson is pleased with what he saw in the first test of the year.

The qualified dentist will make his test debut on Saturday night in the All Blacks' starting side.

Watch: There's some surprising calls in the first All Black team of the year, but a common theme throughout.

Watch: The Super Rugby Pacific player of the year says that the competition needs Moana Pasifika in it. Audio

Watch: One of the All Blacks front row clears up a wild rumour about the Super Rugby Pacific final, ahead of the first test against France.

Watch: Scott Robertson is intending to use all of his available squad plus injury replacements for the three test series with France.

This week marks the 30th anniversary of the most iconic and transcendent game of rugby ever played. Unfortunately for the All Blacks, it was one they lost.

WATCH: Scott Robertson, Scott Hansen and Jason Ryan break down the big calls of their first squad, as we gear up for the first test of the season.

Watch: There's plenty to talk about after today's big announcement.

Analysis: The final saw defence winning a championship, some very composed performances under extreme pressure and a coaching redemption arc, Jamie Wall writes.

Analysis: Plenty's been said about onfield action, but off-field events are a real sign the competition is moving forward, writes Jamie Wall.

Scott Robertson's first squad of the season will be announced on Monday. Here's what RNZ's experts are weighing up.