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All Blacks turn to Netflix to get glimpse into Italy
The New Zealanders have been watching a series on the Six Nations as they seek to end their year on a high.
Wallace Sititi's sporting success recognised by World Rugby
Sititi has been outstanding for the All Blacks this year and has been nominated for a World Rugby award.
'You've got to support him': All Blacks coach on Scott Barrett's call
"He's your captain, you trust him. He went on instinct at the time," Scott Roberston says of Scott Barrett's decision.
All Blacks respect Dupont but plan to spoil his Paris party
The All Blacks are planning on playing the role of party poopers as France hope to celebrate the return of star halfback Antoine Dupont with a win.
All Blacks to take on 'one of the greatest' players in rugby
Cam Roigard might have played himself into the All Blacks starting XV and he can't wait to test himself against the "best" halfback in the world.
Sam Cane and Mark Tele'a out of All Blacks clash with France
Former captain Sam Cane's All Blacks career could be over after he suffered a deep wound to his head in last Saturday's win over Ireland.
Asafo Aumua braced for All Blacks litmus test against Ireland
All Blacks hooker Asafo Aumua is adamant he's ready for arguably the biggest test of his career.
NZ Rugby to launch non-contact variant in 2025
New Zealand Rugby is set to introduce a non-contact version of the sport in a bid to increase player numbers.
Sititi and Savea add 'massive amount' to ABs
They say steel sharpens steel and that seems to be the case for All Black loose forwards Wallace Sititi and Ardie Savea.
Player's NPC final milestone comes after family tragedy
Jackson Garden-Bachop was never supposed to play for finalists Wellington this season.
NZ Rugby gutted by Sevens axing from Commonwealth Games
The sport has been dropped from the event in Glasgow.
NZ Rugby Commercial boss departs due to unaligned views
Craig Fenton is leaving the role after not seeing eye to eye with the organisation.
Lakai will miss NPC final after All Blacks call up
The All Blacks decision to take Sam Cane on the end of year tour appears to be paying off for at least one rookie.
All Black star Ioane moves on from Sexton spat
The 'beef' has been put to bed, according to All Blacks coach Scott Robertson.
Black Caps have mountain to climb to beat India at home
The New Zealand side are about to attempt to do what no other team has done in more than a decade.
Black Ferns world ranking on the line in final test of the year
The Black Ferns coaches are demanding the players take responsibility for some individual mistakes as the team stares down the barrel of some unwanted history.
White Ferns happy to have T20 World Cup destiny in their own hands
The White Ferns have the T20 World Cup semi-finals in their sights and are treating their final two group games as must wins.
Who is Ben O'Keeffe, NZ's most capped test rugby referee?
Ben O'Keeffe recently officiated his 47th test match, breaking a 16-year-old record.
No Black Ferns, no worries as Canterbury contest 8th straight Farah Palmer Cup final
Captain Laura Bayfield says the team's rookies have stepped up to keep the run alive.
Black Ferns adamant they're not a fading force: 'You've got to sit with that pain'
The Black Ferns insist they're evolving and have the a game plan capable of winning next year's World Cup.
Black Ferns on losses: 'We've let the jersey down'
Recent defeats meant the Black Ferns slipped a place to No.3 in the world rankings.
Bledisloe Cup: Special night for Sam Cane
The former All Blacks captain was all smiles after his 100th test for the All Blacks.
All Blacks coach pays tribute to departing veterans Cane and Perenara
Two long-serving All Blacks will play their final tests on New Zealand soil this weekend, and coach Scott Robertson believes they'll both leave a lasting legacy.
Waikanae teenager shines at Scooter World Champs
Rising scootering star Alana Reardon produced a stunning result against her adult competitors at the World Championships.
Former All Blacks skipper Sam Cane to join 100 club
Former All Blacks captain Sam Cane is set to start in his 100th test and join an exclusive club. Audio