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.
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.
Jerome Kaino stepped up to take on the Adidas #Force of Black wind machine in London at the All Blacks meet the fans day.
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
On the eve of the All Blacks' Rugby World Cup defence, Sir Graham Henry grades the class of 2015 and reflects on the glory of four years ago.
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
How many times is too many times to climax during a rugby commentary? Find out in the penultimate episode of Rugby Commentary School 101 with Sky Sports Scotty J Stevenson.
Herald League scribes Michael Burgess & David Skipwith Discuss the teams in the 2015 NRL finals
All Blacks Head Coach, Steve Hansen, and Richie McCaw, All Blacks Captain, talk about the preparation for the Rugby World Cup.
Sky Sport commentator Scotty J Stevenson helps the boys of The ACC understand the differences between rugby and cricket...
"Bat Twice?" - Sky Sport commentator Scotty J Stevenson helps the boys of The ACC understand the differences between rugby and cricket...
Sky Sport commentator Scotty J Stevenson helps the boys of The ACC understand the differences between rugby and cricket...
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.
[Mandarin subtitles] Mike Hosking: The difference between Jarryd Hayne and the Warriors is attitude.
Tony Veitch is joined by Mick Guerin to discuss the big sporting topics from the weekend. Is the Hayne Plane worth talking about? Is this the Warriors' worst ever season and should the Blues re-think denying Charles Piuatu?
Mike Hosking: The difference between Jarryd Hayne and the Warriors is attitude.
League Herald: Cameron McMillan and David Skipwith discuss the drama over Warriors players being out before last week’s match, rumours the club made a secret approach to former coach Ivan Cleary, and Simon Mannering’s response to the debate over his captaincy of the club.
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
All Blacks listen to a welcome from the kapa haka group at Papakura Normal School. Supplied: Sophie Ryan
New Zealand welcome home the All Blacks Rugby Team after losing to France at the RWC07.
All Blacks out of the Rugby 2007 World Cup: Reactions from Aucklanders.
The brave and fearless amateur soapbox racers of Ohio conjured up their best DIY sopabox vehicles for an all-out gravity racing showdown at Red Bull Soapbox Cincinnati. Each hand-made machine was fueled by creativity and a bit of elbow grease, as teams took to the challenging track in a downhill race against the clock. Source: Red Bull/YouTube
Marina Erakovic will be wanting to forget about her 2015 grand slam season fairly quickly after suffering her fourth straight opening round defeat today, after having to withdraw midway through her first ever appearance on centre court at the US Open.
Pedra Branca has been known for years as a tow-in spot for only the most fearless surfers, and unpredictable winds have kept windsurfers ashore...until now. Watch as Alastair McLeod becomes the first windsurfer to ride the ultra-remote slab Pedra Branca, a wave that makes even the most seasoned big wave chargers shake in their wetsuit. Source: Red Bull/YouTube