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All Blacks to win RWC, Fiji to beat England?
Rugby World Cup's kick-off is only 24 hours away. Gregor Paul and Patrick McKendry are our experts in London, watch them dissect the All Blacks' prospects and what to expect from the tournament.
Rugby World Cup's kick-off is only 24 hours away. Gregor Paul and Patrick McKendry are our experts in London, watch them dissect the All Blacks' prospects and what to expect from the tournament.
Hear from the All Blacks and kiwi fans in London as the countdown to the AB's first match against Argentina continues. Rolling mauls and scrums need to be planned and trained for as the excitement builds.
The All Blacks have settled into their training hotel and the question of spies and drones had been raised... Asst Coach Ian Foster had suggested shooting a drone down and Lock Luke Romano feels he could be up for the challenge, as for the squirrel catching... watch on.
From the triva sports fact file comes the knowledge that Wyatt Crockett has the Rugby World record for the most test victories for a player that has been in over 30 tests.
The All Blacks will not bite at the first English attack before even a ball has been kicked in RWC2015, the mock Haka by Matt Dawson and a clothing chain has failed in it's desired affect to rile an All Blacks team concentrating on the upcoming Argentina match.
Ever acted out a greating sporting moment in a pub? Here's our attempt at Tony Woodwock's try in the 2011 final.
Ever acted out a greating sporting moment in a pub? Here's our attempt at the French 'forward' pass in their win over the All Blacks in 2007.
Ever acted out a greating sporting moment in a pub? Here's our attempt at Stirling Mortlock's famous intercept in the 2003 semifinal against the All Blacks.
Ever acted out a greating sporting moment in a pub? Here's our attempt at France's semifinal shock of the All Blacks in 1999.
Ever acted out a greating sporting moment in a pub? Here's our attempt at John Kirwan's famous length of the field try at the 1987 Rugby World Cup.
Experienced All Blacks centre Ma'a Nonu advise to his fellow players who haven't been to a Rugby World Cup is to 'trust the skills that got them here', and take the tournament 'day by day'.
The All Blacks held their first full training session for RWC2015 and the players are keen to train after recovering from jetlag. The defending world champions have checked into luxury retreat The Lensbury before playing Argentina this Monday.
Waisake Naholo will be 'ready to go' says All Blacks Asst coach Ian Foster, and the team itself are raring to go. Both fronted the media today on the first day of training as they prepare for the first match of RWC2015 against Argentina.
The All Blacks have moved into their new hotel and training ground called The Lensbury to prepare for the match against Argentina this Monday. Gregor Paul and Patrick McKendry review the All Blacks tactic of a charm offensive to be the second most loved team at RWC 2015.
The best pics from the All Blacks second day in London before the Rugby World Cup. Photos/ Brett Phibbs.
The All Blacks charm offensive continues at the Harlequins 'stoop' home rugby ground where they gave 'hands on' training to the grassroots of English rugby and earned a new generation of fans, however the kids still remain loyal to the red rose of England.
Former All Black back Nick Evans spoke to nzherald.co.nz at a busy Adidas fan event in London about the Rugby World Cup and the hype that is just starting to hit England.
The best pics from the All Blacks second day in London before the rugby World Cup. Photos/ Brett Phibbs.
The All Blacks have judged their build-up just about right in terms of the amount they have played. "We are fresh," said Read. "As a group a lot of us are itching to get back on the park. It's been a good month really between games. Our bodies are in really good nick. We've worked hard together as a group and now we want to put it out on the field.
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen and captain Richie McCaw have their feet firmly on the ground in England as they face the media on day one of the Rugby World Cup 2015.
The All Blacks were officially welcomed to the Rugby World Cup early this morning NZT at the Tower of London. Photographs by Brett Phibbs
The All Blacks, and in particular coach Steve Hansen, have embarked on a charm offensive as they begin their attempt to become the first nation to defend a World Cup title. It was evident at the official welcoming ceremony early this morning at the Tower of London
The All Blacks were sent off to the rugby World Cup in England with a stirring Kiwi haka from members of the Air New Zealand tarmac crew at Auckland Airport last night. Source: Air New Zealand, @FlyAirNZ/Twitter
All Blacks Head Coach, Steve Hansen, and Richie McCaw, All Blacks Captain, talk about the preparation for the Rugby World Cup.
For the first time in eight years the All Blacks leave New Zealand shores today to attempt to win a Rugby World Cup. The two-time champions who won the 2011 title on home soil depart for London tonight. Supplied: New Zealand Rugby
Fans have gathered at a West Auckland stadium to watch the All Blacks at their final public event before they head to England for the Rugby World Cup. A spatter of rain as the team bus pulled up to Trusts Arena in Henderson had fans reaching for their umbrellas, but as the ABs came onto the field the rain cleared. Fans in jerseys, carrying posters and shirts to be signed arrived at the arena as early as 9am, eager for the chance to see their heroes train and have some interaction following the training session.
All Blacks training ramps up as the countdown to the World Cup continues. Assistant coach Ian Foster and flanker Sam Cane fronted the media to talk about preparing to defend the Cup in England.
All Blacks Ben Smith, Kieran Read and Ben Franks visited Dunedin today as part of a special trip which saw 10 winners nationally get the chance to host players in their town. Source: ODT/Youtube
All Blacks mingle with everyday Kiwis nationwide before they head to the UK for the Rugby World Cup. Tony Woodcock, Sonny Bill Williams and Aaron Smith headed to Mairangi Bay pre-school Small Fries and Long Bay Primary
New Zealand welcome home the All Blacks Rugby Team after losing to France at the RWC07.