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All Blacks and fans ready for Argy-bargy
New Zealand

All Blacks and fans ready for Argy-bargy

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.

All Blacks: Shooting drones and catching squirrels
New Zealand

All Blacks: Shooting drones and catching squirrels

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.

All Blacks reaction to England's Haka mocking
New Zealand

All Blacks reaction to England's Haka mocking

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.

RWC Momentous Moments - 2003
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RWC Momentous Moments - 2003

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.

RWC Momentous Moments - 1991
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RWC Momentous Moments - 1991

Ever acted out a greating sporting moment in a pub? Here's our attempt at the David Campese's famous pass in the 1991 World Cup semifinal against the All Blacks.

Rugby: All Blacks first London training
New Zealand

Rugby: All Blacks first London training

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.

 All Blacks: Naholo will be 'ready to go'
New Zealand

All Blacks: Naholo will be 'ready to go'

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.

Rugby: All Blacks' new RWC home
New Zealand

Rugby: All Blacks' new RWC home

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.

Rugby: All Blacks 'stoop' to conquer England
New Zealand

Rugby: All Blacks 'stoop' to conquer England

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.

Rugby: London's fans go All Black
New Zealand

Rugby: London's fans go All Black

London is the place to be to meet and greet the All Blacks, they are going to charm off the field and and challenge on, Kiwi expats and rugby lovers are going one on one and the AB's are loving it.

All Blacks: 'We're here, it's real'
New Zealand

All Blacks: 'We're here, it's real'

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 arrive for Rugby World Cup
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All Blacks arrive for Rugby World Cup

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

Air New Zealand farewells All Blacks
Sport

Air New Zealand farewells All Blacks

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

Rugby: Fans gather to watch All Blacks train
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Rugby: Fans gather to watch All Blacks train

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.

Rugby: All Blacks training highlights
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Rugby: All Blacks training highlights

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 RWC visit 'It's mind blowing'
New Zealand

All Blacks RWC visit 'It's mind blowing'

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