New captain headlines Dave Rennie's All Blacks changes for Wales
The All Blacks coach has opted for a 6-2 bench split for the first time in his tenure, with Preston and 92-Test outside-back Rieko…
Henry Lee
12 Nov 2026, 6:00
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All Blacks 'probably' still one of the biggest names in rugby
Max Llewellyn has singled out New Zealand great Sonny Bill Williams as his major rugby influence as Wales prepare to face the All …
PA
12 Nov 2026, 1:50
Wales change 4 for All Blacks with Wainwright replacement ending 32-month absence
Steve Tandy has made four changes to the Wales squad for their Nations Championship clash against New Zealand on Saturday.
PA
12 Nov 2026, 1:18
Opinion
The Springboks are rightly favourites for the World Cup but don't bet against the resurgent All Blacks
New Zealand may have been bested in the RGR Series, but Dave Rennie is building a side who will push the Springboks all the way.
Gregor Paul
12 Nov 2026, 0:18
Damian McKenzie: 'I've always been one of the smallest people on the field'
All Blacks pivot Damian McKenzie, all 177 cm and 81 kg of him, may not be the rugby player you would construct in a lab if you had…
Ned Lester
11 Nov 2026, 21:04
All Blacks wary of Wales' 'big midfield' in Cardiff
The All Blacks have shared their expectations for where Wales can challenge them in this weekend's Nations Championship clash at P…
Ned Lester
11 Nov 2026, 15:19
Opinion
Half of this All Blacks team deserves praise
Now, I might have been entirely unconvinced by the All Blacks’ 43-21 win over Scotland, and I might believe they’re headed dow…
Hamish Bidwell
10 Nov 2026, 14:43
Wales sweating on the fitness of Aaron Wainwright for All Blacks clash
The 71-times capped 29-year-old has been a key player for Wales since Steve Tandy took charge in 2025.
PA
10 Nov 2026, 10:31
Former All Black pinpoints crucial factor for 2027 Rugby World Cup success
"I just reckon it's little things by playing alongside the guys every week. You get little combinations, you get tendencies that s…
Henry Lee
10 Nov 2026, 9:43
2003 World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson watches history being made
England's 2003 World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson was among a 2,000-strong crowd as Malta celebrated their 100th internation…
Jon Newcombe
10 Nov 2026, 6:56
'There's more in us': Neil Barnes challenges side to lift standards against Wales
"Look, there's some finer detail that goes on in your maul defence that we honestly believe we can be better at," Barnes said on …
Henry Lee
10 Nov 2026, 5:53
Ex-Wallaby reflects on ‘impressive’ and ‘inspiring’ All Blacks performance
Morgan Turinui believes the All Blacks’ 43-21 win over Scotland was one of “the most impressive and inspiring” performances …
Finn Morton
09 Nov 2026, 18:56
Wallabies great names All Blacks, Springboks stars in call for key change
Wallabies great Matt Burke has called for Carter Gordon to replace Declan Meredith in the starting side at fly-half.
Finn Morton
09 Nov 2026, 15:55
Jason Ryan: 'We got some reward for staying square and going forward'
"Yeah, it has [pleased him]. We've worked extremely hard on that. I think we've taken on some lessons there," Ryan explained.
Henry Lee
09 Nov 2026, 9:01
'Not great, I'd say': Tana Umaga casts doubt over key All Blacks' availability
The experienced All Blacks duo left the field during the second half at Murrayfield, both nursing different injuries.
Henry Lee
09 Nov 2026, 7:49
Analysis
Why ‘generational talent’ Peter Lakai is the new ‘man in black’ for all seasons
Already compared with the great Michael Jones, the New Zealand back-row showcased the full range of his skills against Scotland.
Nick Bishop
09 Nov 2026, 2:08
