Marshall: The Springboks' biggest threat
As the ABs prepare for a massive semifinal against the Springboks, their halfback and captain poses the biggest threat, writes Justin Marshall.
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'If All Blacks fail, let Wallabies win'
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The ABs' secret SAS weapon
Ex soldier on the sidelines during training session ahead of semi-final match.
Tracking the ABs to find winning edge
If you want to be an All Black you have to be prepared to be scrutinised.
Rants & Raves: Distracted driver, menace
To the brunette trying to do her make-up while driving the white Corolla on the busy Northwestern Motorway on Monday morning: You are a menace on the road!
Toby: Buckle in for back to the future
A McFly on the wall visit to 2045 reveals some interesting journeys ahead in a quaint handwritten letter.
RWC: How the semifinal back rows stack up
Backrow balance will be one of the trigger points for the All Blacks, Springboks, Wallabies and Pumas this weekend for the 2015 World Cup showdown.
RWC: Bok coach reeling in maelstrom
Fair dues to Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer and his view that the All Blacks are the best team playing the game.
Don't believe SA mind games
Heyneke Meyer's lavish praise heaped on the All Blacks this week has been described as mind games by his opposite Steve Hansen, who has told his team to take no notice.
Pauliasi Manu gets call-up
He's on his way to England as prop cover after injury rules out Wyatt Crockett for South Africa game.
Halfback battle decisive in semi
Aaron Smith and Fourie du Preez are shaping as the men who will ultimately determine the outcome of Sunday's semifinal, writes Gregor Paul.
Settled side to tackle Springboks
Joe Moody's inclusion is coach Steve Hansen's only change for the All Blacks' semifinal against South Africa at Twickenham.
RWC power rankings: Burger over McCaw
POWER RANKINGS: The All Blacks will be up against a king in their semi-final clash, writes Dylan Cleaver.
Semis: Everything you need to know
As the Rugby World Cup 2015 semi-finals rapidly approach, we've gathered up all the vital information you need to know before settling in to cheer on the All Blacks.
Wet weather rugby for semi?
All Blacks and Springboks set to go head-to-head in the pouring rain, with forecasts showing a 70 per cent probability of rain at kick-off.
The Boks victory that made the All Blacks
The All Blacks' road to hegemony didn't come in 2011.
TMO rules need tweaking
COMMENT: World Rugby needs to prevent a refereeing controversy marring the 2015 World Cup semifinals and final, writes Chris Rattue.
They could pull off a big surprise
COMMENT: It's hard not to wonder whether South Africa are going to pull of rugby's version of the rope-a-dope trick, writes Gregor Paul.
Six areas where Springboks are best
COMMENT: The All Blacks would be foolish to write off South Africa, writes Chris Rattue.
Savea v Lomu: Spot the difference
A debate that started last year and was rekindled last week could be finished if Julian Savea can snatch his first try against South Africa.
How fear factor can help ABs
The All Blacks had a genuine fear of losing against France, a fear which they must cultivate this week ahead of their clash against the Springboks.
Wynne Gray: For impact on game, Jonah is it
Jonah Lomu or Julian Savea? You're going into the final selection meeting for the best All Blacks XV and have to choose between a hulking duo who terrorised opponents.
Rugby World Cup: Enthusiastic Kiwis take flight
The ABs' win over France Kiwis have decided at the last minute to make the trip to the UK to watch the final games.
ABs' new hotel fit for royalty
The All Blacks have arrived at their flash new digs - the Oatlands Park Hotel in Weybridge - but is it good enough for our rugby stars?
Springboks winger: Savea is no Lomu
Springboks winger JP Pietersen doesn't believe there can be comparisons between the two.
Springboks will run out of puff
The All Blacks didn't just put their foot on a French throat in Cardiff, they slammed it on the accelerator, writes Justin Marshall
French ref for All Blacks semi-final
Bogeyman Wayne Barnes to take charge of Australia-Argentina game with Craig Joubert finding himself out in the cold.
Who ate all the pies? All Blacks did
If you're wondering about what's been fuelling the All Blacks success in the Rugby World Cup, it's partially thanks to classic English tucker.