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Rattue: The World Cup is a facade. NZ rugby is in trouble
Rugby's blazer brigade haven't got a clue what they are in for as action-packed league takes hold, says Chris Rattue.
Chris Rattue: Should Deans quit after Irish shocker?
Now Robbie Deans is the underperforming incumbent with a friend in a high place. Remind you of anyone, asks Chris Rattue...
Chris Rattue's Rugby World Cup wishlist (SBW to shine)
It would be nice to think that whatever the tournament outcome, we can enjoy and look back on characters and magical players who force their way into the limelight past the phase counters and ruck interpretation specialists.
Chris Rattue: Cooper gets away with a cowardly attack
The Sanzar judiciary descended even further into its circus tent by clearing the cowardly act of Quade Cooper.
Chris Rattue: Spare a thought for those the selectors left out
All Blacks coach Graham Henry obsessed about sending thoughts to the blokes who missed out...
Chris Rattue: Old man's game could bring Cup home
Looking for a World Cup omen? Here's one - the All Blacks' top starting side might be older...
Chris Rattue: Unlikely Reds among worthy champs
I've never encountered so many Aucklanders upset at Canterbury losing a rugby game, writes Chris Rattue.
Chris Rattue: A two word Bok plan: 'drop' and 'goal'
Peter de Villiers didn't look like a happy man in the stands as the Crusaders pummelled the Stormers. But he might have had a little smile, because the Super 15 semifinal...
Chris Rattue: Quake or no quake, Crusaders rule
The Crusaders will win the Super 15 title and for the best possible reason.
Chris Rattue: Coaching dream team for Warriors
Brian McClennan as head coach with John Ackland his assistant - that is a dream coaching ticket for the Warriors.
Chris Rattue: Eric Watson, the Warriors' absentee boss
The club's owner needs to make his presence felt at Mt Smart before another season drifts away.
Chris Rattue: Aliens have stolen our Dan Carter
A message to those nasty aliens - take us to your leader immediately so we can demand the return of the real Dan Carter.
Chris Rattue: Bound together in blood and glory
John Isner and Nicolas Mahut will remain linked far longer than the record 11 hours it took to complete their match at Wimbledon last year.