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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
'Felt like he needed the hug' - the wing and the King
Asking the King for a hug might be not be everyone's first move when meeting royalty, but for Black Ferns wing Ayesha Leti-I'iga, it's completely normal.
Nerves aplenty for All Blacks young and old
Whether you've played one test or 100, one thing never changes as an All Black.
From player to referee: 'I don't know life without rugby'
Warwick Lahmert can't stay away from rugby.
All Blacks still waiting for explanation on Springboks' try
But the team aren't dwelling on a referee's blunder in their defeat to the Springboks as they prepare for a must win clash.
All Blacks thank departed coach, insist World Cup revenge not on their minds
All Blacks wing Caleb Clarke believes Leon MacDonald is a "great coach" and hopes they get to work together in the future.
Fears historic collection of original NZ rugby photos could be lost
41,000 photos from the Fairfax Archives rugby collection will be auctioned online with no reserve and a starting price of $1.
All Blacks coaches adjusting in wake of MacDonald exit
Assistant coach Scott Hansen says he's comfortable taking on more responsibility following Leon MacDonald's shock exit.
All Blacks 'getting on with it' after shock departure of coach
The All Blacks insist the sudden departure of Leon MacDonald hasn't been a disruption as they prepare face the Springboks.
All Blacks unafraid of Ellis Park as they brace for Springboks litmus test
The Springboks have won nine of the 15 games they've played against New Zealand at the stadium,
All Blacks vow to be better: 'We'll look at ourselves hard in the mirror'
The All Blacks know they need to make a statement at Eden Park next Saturday.
All Blacks have plenty of reasons for caution against Argentina
The All Blacks are favourites to beat Argentina but they have plenty of reasons not to be complacent.
Crusaders keep coach Penney despite poor season
The team failed to reach the Super Rugby playoffs for the first time since 2015 this year.
All Blacks: Will Jordan slot straight in at fullback?
Will Jordan is back in the All Blacks for the Rugby Championship, but will he be in the number 15 jersey?
Sir Michael Jones: Savea signing 'legitimises and validates' Moana Pasifika
Moana Pasifika believe signing All Blacks vice-captain Ardie Savea will be a "game changer".
Comeback kid Sevu Reece stars in All Blacks tense win
Sevu Reece nearly quit NZ rugby but chose to stay and he's not regretting his decision.
All Blacks under pressure to start Scott Robertson's reign with a win
The All Blacks have selected Beauden Barrett 123 times for previous test matches but the World Cup winner has been benched for Saturday's clash with England. Audio
'One hell of a career': Praise flows for retiring star Woodman-Wickliffe
The All Blacks have paid tribute to Black Ferns star Portia Woodman-Wickliffe, who will retire from rugby after the Paris Olympics.
Scott 'Razor' Robertson making his mark on All Blacks
There have been plenty of new things for players to learn under new All Blacks coach Scott Robertson, but he appears willing to be patient.
Fans energise All Blacks debutants and stalwarts alike
Hundreds of kids were on hand to witness the All Blacks' season launch in Upper Hutt and chase their favourite players for autographs. Audio
NZ Rugby posts $9m loss, says work to be done to become sustainable
The latest financial result is better than last year's, when NZR posted a loss of $47 million.