All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby through to 2020.

Auckland-born Ben Te'o says his surprise selection for the Lions was a huge thrill.

Three surprise inclusions - and three unlucky omissions - from the Lions side to tour NZ.

These Lions show quality across the board - a list of those who missed out prove that.

Meet the men facing one of the toughest tasks in sport - beating the All Blacks.

Sam Warburton was also skipper of the Lions during the team's last tour in Australia.

The big questions: Has Warren Gatland picked a squad good enough to beat the All Blacks?

The identity of the captain for the Lions' tour of New Zealand looks to have been leaked.

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has a new job for a cause that's close to his heart.

Beauden Barrett's sensational form is a reminder of when Christian Cullen ruled.

Two-year-old tot Ka'iulani Forbes is fighting a rare cancer called Neuroblastoma.

Beauden Barrett is the best rugby back I've seen ... bar one, writes Chris Rattue.

Sam Warburton the wrong man for Lions captaincy says Stuart Barnes.

The 10 sportsmen who have most divided the New Zealand sporting public.

Hurricanes flyer Nehe Milner-Skudder looms as an unlikely starter for the Lions series.

According to legend, Barrett's dad announced his intention to "go breed some All Blacks".

Beauden Barrett has been busy for the Hurricanes and the All Blacks.

The oldest living AB's feats against 1950 Lions tourists are worth recalling.

Do you know your All Blacks? Test your knowledge with our latest quiz.

Confirmed - Sonny Bill Williams will wear the All Blacks AIG logo.

Dan Carter says he's not going to end his contract with Racing and head back to NZ

Sonny Bill has been granted dispensation to wear a jersey without sponsors' logos.

The Super Rugby mess should put a spotlight on NZR boss Steve Tew, writes Chris Rattue.

All Black fullback Ben Smith visited King's High and trained with the school's first XV.

COMMENT: It is unlikely that Sonny Bill has set a precedent with his unique jersey.

The SBW sponsorship controversy remains unresolved, but "positive" discussions continue.

There is a fine line in sevens between a good and bad tournament.

Sonny Bill Williams intends to clarify his position during the week.

Kieran Read's return to club rugby will have afforded him more pleasure the spectators.

Read is expected to play 40 minutes for University in a rare club appearance.