There will be, regardless of the outcome, some kind of closure at Twickenham tomorrow.

The pocock is not alone, for now the egg is clutched firmly, jealously between the clawed feet of the black-hooded macaw, writes Brian.

Hefty costs for screens, security and "other services" are reasons why the Super City's refuse to set up a fanzone for Aucklanders to watch the RWCF.

All Blacks captain won't say if final will be his last but he does think the game will be a hard one.

Steve Hansen has sly dig at Australia over ban on "All Blacks".

No wonder Wallaby coach Michael Cheika is determined to do what he can to debunk the myth of New Zealand, writes Gregor Paul

Kieran Read has enjoyed a good World Cup but hasn't quite reached his best, writes Gregor Paul

We compare the two players predicted to have the greatest influence on Sunday morning's World Cup final.

Australia's ban on using "All Blacks" name faces backlash as tabloids pull out the c-word.

Craig Dowd says Wallabies are the "complete package".

There's been a common theme in the previous two sporting World Cup finals between New Zealand and Australia this year - disastrous starts.

David Pocock has invited documentary maker Sir David Attenborough to the World Cup final.

Australian Rugby appears to be playing mind games ahead of World Cup final.

Australia have been warned that they risk a World Cup final nightmare if they serve up an ill-disciplined display similar to that which plagued their semifinal win over Argentina.

It's usually a waste of time trying to find valid psychological currency ahead of any test, but perhaps this time the All Blacks have something.

COMMENT: If the All Blacks bought into the Pocock/Hooper legend, they wouldn't dare make a single pass, writes Gregor Paul.

Australian tabloid warns Wallabies to watch out for the "Ritchetty grub".

Former coach says the best teams have made the World Cup final but he wasn't overly impressed with either side in the semi-finals.

Sam Cane reveals what All Blacks will do to stop the Wallabies' danger man.

All Blacks wing's test career has been energy-packed and dramatic - and it started with a rare loss to Australia.

Australian Rugby have put their money where their mouth is by placing a six-figure bet on their side to win the Rugby World Cup final.

Usually an All Blacks v Australia game is played in late October in Auckland, Brisbane or Sydney.

Wallabies great identifies Australia's decisive edge over the All Blacks - and New Zealand fans won't like it one bit.

Motivation can't possibly be a problem for the All Blacks this week. A World Cup final should be more than enough in itself.

COMMENT: Why the All Blacks should be afraid, very afraid.

Wallabies coach Michael Cheika says his side will get through the final against the All Blacks on adrenaline after beating Argentina 29-15 in their semifinal.