Damian McKenzie will face the biggest test of his career when he starts against Australia.

A court has heard the bugging device found in the All Blacks' hotel is commonly sold.

Michael Hooper has dismissed concerns the Wallabies lack the fitness to challenge the ABs.

An entire generation of Kiwis doesn't believe that Australia ever held the Bledisloe Cup.

Chris Rattue: Forget the big picture, Kiwi fans want the All Blacks to smash the Wallabies

A fitter and more fired-up Sonny Bill Williams has returned with a point to prove

The All Blacks have embraced a drawn series with Lions as a much-needed reality check.

There was little time for Whitelock to celebrate the Crusaders win before heading to Aus.

Two yellow cards in two games no one-off, admits ABs veteran ahead of Bledisloe opener.

The Wallabies have become the latest visiting team to spurn the delights of Dunedin

Lock Adam Coleman insists the Wallabies believe more than ever they can beat the ABs.

Wayne Barnes has replaced Jerome Garces as the referee for the Bledisloe Cup opener.

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Smith and Coles have both suffered prolonged issues with concussion this year.

No 10 has a fierce desire to re-impose himself as the world's best player.

Dane Coles and Sydney are proving to be an unfortunate mix.

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has had his filming debut, selling Arnott's biscuits

Steve Hansen insists that the 'Spygate' court case will not provide a distraction.

Read believes his team's struggles against the British & Irish Lions could help them.

The mood in both camps leading into the first clash suggests the series is in good health.

Returning hooker Dane Coles isn't expecting an easy ride against Australia.

The Rugby Championship will be intriguing because these All Blacks have something to prove

The All Blacks, not security expert Adrian Gard, seemed to be on trial this week.

Cheika has been able to work with the majority of his squad for a number of weeks.

The ABs were inaccurate at times but were never going to be troubled by provincial teams.

All the action as the All Blacks took part in their pre-Bledisloe Cup Game of Three Halves

Brand wary: All Blacks to Canada - fans given wrong end of the stick.

David Havili may jump ahead of Damian McKenzie to replace Ben Smith in the No 15 jersey.

Jordie Barrett's rugby year looks to be over due to a shoulder injury.

They've faced an 840kg Lions pack. But what really brings the nerves is far, far lighter.