Gregor Paul
Rugby analyst
Rugby analyst and feature writer
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Gregor Paul: The main concern with the All Blacks team to play France
Dalton Papali’i's selection at No 6 doesn’t leave much in the way of neutral ground.
Gregor Paul: Foster's smart call? Why McKenzie earned surprise All Blacks start
OPINION: McKenzie has turned himself into the No 10 the All Blacks long felt he could be.
'Hiding in plain sight': The future All Blacks coach nobody is talking about
Opinion: McMillan needs to be injected into the conversation about future ABs coaches.
Gregor Paul: The moment that proves the All Blacks empire is collapsing
One damning moment was the most powerful imagery yet that the Foster regime is collapsing.
Gregor Paul: Sam Cane and the All Blacks' captaincy conundrum
OPINION: The captaincy merry-go-round isn't something with which the ABs will persist.
Gregor Paul: Why Sam Cane is regarded as 'the toughest man in NZ'
Opinion: Sam Cane's captaincy will be founded on the quiet but inspiring fury he brings.
Gregor Paul: From contenders to pretenders - How the Chiefs fell apart
COMMENT: Hurricanes loss a travesty both in tactical approach and execution.
Gregor Paul: Champions in the making? The All Blacks' godlike 80 minutes
COMMENT: All Blacks had fire in the blood and ice in the brain. Ireland had ... nothing.
Gregor Paul: All Blacks dodge bullet in controversial win
England were robbed of a try by the TMO with five minutes to go.
From club footy to ABs - Hames' unlikely rise
When Kane Hames practised against the ABs, they were blown away by his scrummaging power.
The ABs' most under-appreciated player
Sam Cane may have become New Zealand's most under appreciated player.
All Blacks win crazy test
A crazy week for the All Blacks ended with one of the craziest ever Bledisloe Cup tests.
All Blacks show class in win over Lions
The All Blacks have opened the series with a strong win over the Lions at Eden Park.
Lions roar with thumping of Chiefs
The Lions have restored some pride and confidence with a big win over the Chiefs.
Lions looking to call in reinforcements
The Lions are believed to be about to call up five players to join the tour.
Tietjens consumed by own monster
Gregor Paul says any review of a failed sevens campaign should be short, sharp and leave an amazing legacy intact.