If the ABs find themselves in a hole on Sunday, one man off the field will play a pivotal role in any revival.

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.

Joe Moody faces ultimate test after Wyatt Crockett suffers groin injury.

One of the biggest concerns from an All Blacks' point of view will be Wallabies second-five Matt Giteau, writes Justin Marshall

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.

DYLAN CLEAVER: You demanded them, so you've got them - the final Power Rankings to Rule Them All.

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.