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Player ratings: The best and worst of the All Blacks (feat a lowly 3)
The Herald's player ratings for the Rugby World Cup final.
The Herald's player ratings for the Rugby World Cup final.
OPINION: Their possession, kick, defend, kick the goals style is an effective way to win.
The emotion was clear in the All Blacks camp following their loss to the Springboks.
OPINION: The All Blacks coach didn't want to weigh in but clearly felt hard done by.
Despite the frustrating loss, John Ashworth is very proud of his No 4 nephew.
Cane: 'Obviously so many s*** emotions, on a personal level and on behalf of the team.'
A look at the key moments from this morning's RWC final.
Minister Grant Robertson had been representing the Government at the final in Paris.
The Herald pays tribute to those retiring, heading overseas and those coming back soon.
OPINION: What a way to bow out of the game.
With coalition negotiations still ongoing, the PM-elect had to make a tough decision.
The Black Ferns identified some areas for improvement in their loss to France.
It wasn't a match of quality, but it was a match of excitement.
"It doesn’t matter what community you’re from or what your background is.”
It’s a match no team wants to play, no matter what the players or coaches say in public.
New Zealand are headed for their fifth World Cup final.
The NZ Herald and Beyond the Game’s Cheree Kinnear gives a sneak peek into life on tour.
OPINION: Stuart Barnes has questioned their integrity and the officials' impartiality.
Without getting ahead of ourselves, here's what'll happen if the All Blacks win.
The latest takes out of South Africa ahead of Sunday's big decider.
'We were all annoyed about the timing but Val was the one who got on the phone.'
OPINION: The All Blacks' kicking game will have a critical hand in shaping the outcome.
Springboks hooker Bongi Mbonambi looks set to be free to play on Sunday.
The All Blacks face one pressing selection question, while there is an injury whisper.
John Smit says both sets of fans wanted this final match-up.
OPINION: The All Blacks stopped listening to the naysayers and merchants of doom.
All you need to know ahead of the Rugby World Cup final.
The All Blacks banished stereotypes to deliver a series of heartfelt speeches.
OPINION: A strong set piece and fast thinking are the keys to victory.
All the latest news from the Rugby World Cup ahead of the final.