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The Herald's player ratings for the Rugby World Cup final.
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Paul Lewis: Well done to South Africa, the best at not playing rugby
OPINION: Their possession, kick, defend, kick the goals style is an effective way to win.
Sam Cane: Red card 'something I have to live with forever'
The emotion was clear in the All Blacks camp following their loss to the Springboks.
'League's a funny game': The genesis of Kiwi Ferns' win over Australia
At times over the last few years, the Jillaroos have seemed almost invincible.
'The game has a few issues': Ian Foster on devastating loss - Gregor Paul
OPINION: The All Blacks coach didn't want to weigh in but clearly felt hard done by.
Boks make history: 'Devastating' defeat will haunt courageous All Blacks
After shocking the world to reach the final, the All Blacks fell short in the pinnacle.
Gregor Paul: Mad, memorable final also a sad day for rugby
OPINION: It's a final that will eat away at the All Blacks for years to come.
The problem facing Liam Lawson in this weekend's championship hunt
The Kiwi driver will look to clinch the Super Formula championship this weekend.
‘He’s very missed’: Joseph Parker remembers first pro trainer
Joseph Parker remembers former trainer Chris Martin ahead of his upcoming fight.
Gregor Paul: All Blacks have shown how sport rewards capacity to change
OPINION: Sport, as a metaphor for life, rewards those with the capacity to change.
Former Chiefs sponsor Summit Homes taking rugby club to court
Details of the court action are murky.
'Never an option to say no': How Kieran Foran defied sports logic
Kieran Foran made his Kiwis debut back in 2009, a few months after his 19th birthday
Exclusive interview: The Webb Ellis Cup reveals what really happened in 1995
Bill reveals all about Greek mythology and the truth about Suzie.
Phil Gifford: Seven secrets of success if ABs are to win World Cup
Opinion: The things to get right in the final.
In defence of scrums: Rather than debate, let's innovate
OPINION: And if you don’t like that, you are free to watch anything else.
Gregor Paul: All Blacks' 'pragmatic' squad selection shows path to victory
Opinion: What ABs needed against Ireland is not what they need against Boks.
Two former Kiwis’ coaches give their verdict on Maguire and Origin job
Maguire's likely ascension to the NSW Origin job provides a quandary for the NZRL
Sporting watchlist: Ranking the best sport this weekend
Chris Rattue ranks the top sporting events to watch over the next few days.
Gregor Paul: All Blacks have more than one advantage over Springboks
OPINION: The All Blacks' kicking game will have a critical hand in shaping the outcome.
British Lion Brynmor Williams opens up about being assaulted by All Blacks fan after famous win at Lancaster Park
Lions player punched in Christchurch - tour ends on a high after opposite's generous act.
'Move with the rules': What Black Ferns have learned from red cards
The Black Ferns have had two players sent off in just five tests this year.
Gregor Paul: How the All Blacks turned it around after woeful 2022
OPINION: The All Blacks stopped listening to the naysayers and merchants of doom.
David Kirk: How 'our special magic' can bring RWC glory
OPINION: A strong set piece and fast thinking are the keys to victory.
Gregor Paul: The All Blacks’ lost opportunity to be seen as champions of the environment
Gregor Paul: Plans to win fans will be harder to fulfil due to the association with Ineos.
How the All Blacks benefitted from unbalanced draw
Ian Foster's men have been able to reset while Boks had tough semifinal fight.
Paul Lewis: A logical look at the Bongi Mbonambi race slur accusation
OPINION: World Rugby may be happy if Mbonambi is not excluded from the final.
'We'll be good to go': Beaten Black Caps unbowed before Aussie clash
Centurion Daryl Mitchell remains encouraged by his side's outlook at the ODI World Cup.
How ban would be catastrophic for the Springboks
OPINION: Race-related scandal the last thing World Rugby wanted ahead of its dream final.
‘We clicked straight away’: The genesis of the Kiwis’ halves combo
Hughes and Brown have only been international teammates for less than 18 months.
Chris Rattue: World Cup's glowing image shattered by racial abuse allegations
OPINION: Chris Rattue runs through the winners and losers from the sporting weekend.
Q&A: Liam Napier on the All Blacks' World Cup blockbuster
It'd be a sporting redemption story for the ages. Can the All Blacks pull it off?
How horror show will fuel All Blacks' World Cup final
The record loss to South Africa at Twickenham could prove invaluable.
Warriors extend Andrew Webster's contract by three years
In his rookie season as a head coach Webster guided the Warriors to the NRL finals.
Phil Gifford: The five biggest talking points at the Rugby World Cup
OPINION: The All Blacks need to win to save rugby from itself.