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All Blacks' 'mystique evaporated’, claims Irish writer
Sense of 'awe and inferiority' has gone, says Irishman.
Phil Gifford: Did McKenzie do enough against Japan to win back 10 jersey?
OPINION: The focus will again be on who steers the All Blacks in the next test.
'Taking my game to the next level': All Blacks rookie eyes possible debut
Uncapped Peter Lakai is learning from the best.
All Blacks hit with injuries to loose forward trio
Blackadder, Jacobson and Papali'i are ruled out of the test against Japan in Yokohama.
Gregor Paul: Razor's northern tour squad should come as no surprise
OPINION: Scott Robertson has no margins to play with.
All Blacks end-of-year tour: Who makes the squad?
Selection debates arise as old and new players mix for upcoming games against strong foes.
Gregor Paul: What would Sky be buying in NZR broadcast deal?
ANALYSIS: Gregor Paul takes a deeper dive into NZR's finances.
Gregor Paul: How sharing secrets is undermining New Zealand Rugby
OPINION: What it means having so much hidden knowledge now in enemy hands overseas.
Super Rugby form rewarded: Ten new Māori All Blacks named for Japan
Joe Moody has also been named for the first time since 2015.
Māori All Blacks name new coach
Ross Filipo will lead the team, starting with two matches against a Japan XV.
'Never say never': Foster won't rule out international coaching return
The former All Blacks coach has signed to join Japan's Toyota Verblitz.
Gregor Paul: Rejecting bids to join Rugby Championship is nonsensical
OPINION: Rugby needs to clean out its old-boy executive class of decision-makers.
Jones asserts he left Wallabies in ‘better place’ despite Japan exit
The veteran coach lasted just 10 months in the job before resigning.
Brown's Springboks appointment brings fresh narrative to rugby
OPINION: Tony Brown is set to form a dynamic duo with Rassie Erasmus.
Ranking every All Blacks test in 2024
There are some must-see tests and a few that might be relegated behind NRL and Netflix.
SBW slams 'lying' Eddie Jones: 'I feel sorry for Japan’
Sonny Bill Williams says he feels sorry for the Japan rugby team.
Guilt-free Jones denies Japan interview during World Cup
Eddie Jones says his Wallabies exit to join Japan sits well with him.
John Mitchell: I’m not an Eddie Jones
The 59-year-old has always denied that a rift opened up between him and Jones.
Reports: Eddie Jones to return as Japan coach
Eddie Jones left his post as Wallabies head coach less than two months ago.
Eddie Jones hits back at Japan claims
Eddie Jones strenuously denies claims he has lined up the Japan job.
Eddie Jones expected to quit as Wallabies head coach - reports
Eddie Jones' tenure at the helm of the Wallabies appears to be coming to an end.
'A real coup': Star Kiwi coach returning to Super Rugby
The highly regarded coach is returning to New Zealand next year in a newly-created role.
All Blacks XV make seven changes for Japan clash
The All Blacks XV side to face the Brave Blossoms has been named.
All Blacks set for regular fixtures in Japan
Regular fixtures in Japan will be on the calendar between 2024 and 2027.
Strong demand for ticket sales for Whangārei Rugby World Cup games
Women's rugby teams to enjoy non-match activities in Northland during their stay.