Opinion
Scotland think they can rewrite history. The All Blacks intend to stop them
The All Blacks just need to find a way because that’s what All Blacks do.
Latest from Gregor Paul
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
The Rugby Summit fallout: Inside the growing dispute against NZR
Gregor Paul unpacks the politics, money and mistrust driving rugby's latest battle.
All Blacks squad: The weapon that is also a selection dilemma
OPINION: Dave Rennie is unlikely to select new faces for Nations Championship tour.
All Blacks move forward but some questions can't yet be answered
OPINION: The All Blacks' 13 straight wins over Australia are hard to assess.
Best in a decade: All Blacks show what Rennie's vision can become
OPINION: That first half was about as good as it gets from the All Blacks.
Why losing to the Wallabies could be All Blacks' smartest move
OPINION: Next year's World Cup draw could reward the All Blacks for losing in pool game.
All Blacks' last chance to impress before axe swings for Nations Championship
OPINION: The second test selection for the Sydney Bledisloe provides a few clues.
After Eden Park heroics, the smartest move may be to sit Scott Barrett
OPINION: There are salient lessons to be learned from past cases of high-impact returns.
The simple formula driving Dave Rennie’s revival
OPINION: The coach is a great recycler of existing talent and a promoter of simple rugby.
The All Blacks looked like the All Blacks again in dismantling of Wallabies
ANALYSIS: The second half was a masterclass as the hosts crushed their opponents.
Ryan Lonergan's rise threatens Cam Roigard's crown
OPINION: Wallabies' game plan can put Roigard's credentials under pressure.
All Blacks' injury woes show the value of experience and depth
OPINION: Damian McKenzie must prove his game management and kicking can hold up.
Warriors v All Blacks: Why the brand-value gap remains so wide
OPINION: The All Blacks' commercial power dwarfs the Warriors' growing brand.
How a strong Wallabies performance can boost case for Super Rugby's survival
ANALYSIS: Super Rugby's growth depends on stronger Australian teams.
Reluctant captain? Scott Barrett just wants to play rugby for the All Blacks
ANALYSIS: Before he had surgery, Barrett’s back problem cut power to his left leg.
Are Australia ready to overtake South Africa as the All Blacks' main rivals?
OPINION: Australia's recent form and proximity to NZ leave the Wallabies perfectly placed.
NZR's massive windfall will reshape rugby calendar permanently
ANALYSIS: The tour returned one of the largest cash windfalls in NZR’s history.
The glaring weakness in Rennie's squad for Bledisloe Cup clashes
ANALYSIS: Outclassed in South Africa, alarm bells should be ringing against Australia.
How Scott Barrett can revive his All Blacks career without captaincy
OPINION: Dave Rennie's game plan suits Barrett's carrying and cleanout work.
All Blacks v Warriors: Leaked document reveals NZ Rugby's audience battle
ANALYSIS: Figures suggest Sky’s payment for rugby rights has fallen significantly.
The summit that will decide the future of Super Rugby
New Zealand Rugby forecasts a $27m loss and $66m in losses through 2031.
How the Springboks have built the national identity the All Blacks lack
OPINION: The Springboks are growing their fanbase in South Africa and internationally.
Where next? After most lucrative test ever All Blacks eye $10m payday
The Baltimore success has prompted plans for bigger US venues and more games.
All Blacks' pace-over-power theory fails against Springboks
ANALYSIS: The Springboks' power, skill and fitness exposed New Zealand's weaknesses.
Love and Mo'unga: What is Dave Rennie planning for the No 10 jersey?
Richie Mo’unga starts in Baltimore, but Ruben Love remains first-choice No 10.
Inside Rugby: All Blacks follow Richard Nixon's trail – and why fourth test is not a crock
OPINION: All Blacks' Baltimore payday comes at cost of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry.
Backs to the future: Why Rennie is banking on experience for fourth test
Dave Rennie is banking on experience as the All Blacks face South Africa.
Women of the All Blacks: The journey to becoming rugby's most diverse team
The All Blacks have the highest number of female staff of any top-tier rugby nation.
The small moments that cost the All Blacks
OPINION: Execution, not strategy, cost the All Blacks in Soweto.
The tipping point in latest All Blacks loss to Springboks
OPINION: The All Blacks' decision-making became questionable in the final 15 minutes.
How Dave Rennie gave the All Blacks' hope again
OPINION: Regardless of what happens in Soweto, this team has found its identity once more.
Inside Rugby: How ABs tourism turned access into a commercial battleground
Unofficial All Blacks tour parties missed the captain's run and test tickets.