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Gregor Paul: The All Blacks’ four-year search for answers may finally be over
OPINION: A little like the Da Vinci Code, the answer was in plain sight all along.
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Selectors take note: The surprise young star from the All Blacks XV's big win
OPINION: One young player caught the eye, and could be the answer at the top level.
Phil Gifford: Are the Black Ferns ready for an arm wrestle?
Phil Gifford presents six talking points before a big weekend for the Black Ferns and ABs.
All you need to know: All Blacks v Wales
All you need to know ahead of the All Blacks test against Wales in Cardiff.
'I play to make my teammates better': Record-breaking Smith reflects on career
An open Aaron Smith discusses this season's struggles and his future beyond next year.
'We're friends again': All Blacks scheming 36-year first with Wallabies
Warming relations between the unions could lead to the revival of a much-loved concept.
Liam Napier: The significance of Barrett's selection switch
Last time he appeared in the midfield, the move was forced. Not so this time.
Barrett earns No 12 nod for All Blacks' clash with Wales
Jordie Barrett has been given the chance to lay claim to the All Blacks' No 12 jersey.
Gregor Paul: The First XV system has failed - just look at the All Blacks
The principals of the 1A schools have taken an important first step.
Paul Lewis: The major flaw in the All Blacks’ stubborn game plan
OPINION: Will the All Blacks continue their highly unreliable run-it, side-to-side style?
Gregor Paul: The single most significant selection of the ABs' World Cup cycle
OPINION: Ian Foster must break an emerging pattern in the All Blacks.
'Tough experience for him': All Blacks star suspended after Japan red card
Retallick received a red card for a dangerous cleanout attempt against Japan.
'We're feeling stuck': All Blacks star's admission about team's struggles
Ardie Savea has called on more accountability from his All Blacks teammates.
Familiar frustrations: All Blacks coach demands swift improvements
Wales will be well aware of the blueprint to rattle the All Blacks.
Gregor Paul: The dangerous, nonsensical mess that led to All Black’s red card
OPINION: It’s the arbitrary nature of it all that troubles coaches and players.
New All Blacks captain revealed
Sam Cane’s season ended last week in Tokyo after suffering a broken cheekbone.
Chris Rattue: All Blacks' reputation takes another hit under terrible Ian Foster
OPINION: How did Japan end up with the player the All Blacks need?
RTS leaves All Blacks squad following Japan win
The All Blacks have been dealt some injury blows as Tuivasa-Sheck leaves squad.
Lost their aura? Ian Foster hits back after brutal Japan sledge
Ian Foster has responded to Japan coach Jamie Joseph’s 'mischievous' post-match comments.
Gregor Paul: Why the All Blacks must overhaul their identity
If the All Blacks go to the World Cup as idealists, they'll come home as quarter-finalists
'I could feel the blood': Cane recalls moment he knew his tour was over
Sam Cane suffered a cheekbone fracture late in the All Blacks 38-31 win in Japan.
Foster to do 'talking in the judiciary' after Retallick red card
Brodie Retallick was sent off 66 minutes into the All Blacks win over Japan.
Japan coach's brutal sledge at All Blacks
Jamie Joseph fired a shot at the All Blacks following his side's close loss.
Gregor Paul: Desperate and dire - All Blacks' tactics made no sense
OPINION: Who imagined that New Zealand would be reduced to such a desperate state?
Scare survived: All Blacks narrowly avoid ultimate shock
An inconsistent season for the All Blacks continued as they battled to an uninspiring win.
All you need to know: All Blacks v Japan
All you need to know ahead of the one-off test between the All Blacks and Japan.
Ghost of Foster saga won’t stay buried
OPINION: Our editorial on more apparitions from Ian Foster's re-appointment.
Liam Napier: Opportunity knocks for fringe All Blacks stars
One explosive duo has the potential to light up the test match against Japan.
'Move on': Ian Foster weighs in on schedule clash
Ian Foster says the All Blacks are disappointed they'll be unable to watch the Black Ferns
Gregor Paul: Why Japan encounter is so potentially dangerous for All Blacks
OPINION: The All Blacks are taking Japan seriously, which is a wise move.