Three key numbers from the All Blacks test squad named to face the Lions in Wellington.

12 years ago, Dan Carter produced what was as close to the perfect performance

Ngani Laumape's remarkable rise has seen him brought into the All Blacks' matchday squad.

The balance of the ABs' back three is now tipped in favour of their attacking prowess.

'Canes coach Chris Boyd has the backing of Brian O'Driscoll after last night's tip tackle

COMMENT: Dalton had an opportunity to be gracious in victory. Instead he got nasty.

First-fives Otere Black and Bryn Gatland have both signed on with the Blues.

After months of slow build, a Lions tour comes at you in a rush.

Negative play from the Lions tainted what was otherwise an entertaining draw tonight.

See who shone and who struggled as the Lions took on the Hurricanes.

Iain Henderson's yellow card had eerie similarities to 12 years ago.

A classic game and a confusing result as the Lions and Hurricanes battled.

Warren Gatland has s got it wrong over this Conor Murray 'row', says Clive Woodward

History has a priceless capacity to repeat, especially when it comes to Lions tours to NZ.

Foster regards the talk flying between the All Blacks and Lions as just part of the game.

It's a no-breath-test trip for Lions' supporters voyaging south for the second encounter.

A group of Lions supporters travelling from Auckland to Wellington on 50cc scooters who call themselves 'A Lions Tale' are raising money from their endeavour for Starship.

"It's never our intent to injure someone outside the laws," said Kaino.

COMMENT: Excessive displays of mirth and ego betray Kiwi values.

The Lions would be unwise to see the Hurricanes' tight five as a weakness.

COMMENT: Calling All Blacks dirty will haunt him.

Spare a thought for Warren Gatland and his various assistants, writes Pat McKendry.

Gatland seems to be on a one-man crusade to sabotage the Lions charm offensive campaign.

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has fired a massive shot at Lions coach Warren Gatland.

Sir Ian McGeechan believes the Lions will have to score more tries to beat the All Blacks

The Hurricanes seek to heap more misery on the Lions midweekers tomorrow night.

COMMENT: What an occasion and what a perfect start for the All Blacks.

A rugby-mad group of scooter riders are riding to raise money for Starship hospital.

Taulupe Faletau said the tourists believe they can still win the three-test series.

Warren Gatland will talk to the match officials before Saturday's second test.