
Record-breaker hinges on controversy
Given what was at stake, it seemed almost inevitable that this potential record-breaking test at would hinge on one controversy or another.
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New Zealand's oldest living rugby player has died, with his family remembering him as a true gentleman.
NZ Herald rugby writers Gregor Paul and Patrick McKendry break down three key questions as the All Blacks aim to break the world record.
Anton Lienert-Brown's rise has been so fast that the 21-year-old must now be considered the All Blacks' incumbent centre.
The All Blacks' unbeaten run has reached 17 tests and yet it was in danger of not stretching to two.
COMMENT: Mind games from Michael Cheika. Really? The Wallabies' team naming delay was supposed to have the All Blacks on edge.
One Kiwi punter has a hundred thousand reasons for the All Blacks to rewrite the record books tonight - and remain unbeaten for 2016.
Tonight the All Blacks chase an exalted place in rugby history. But as Gregor Paul writes in this opinion piece, off-field the picture is not as rosy.
Veteran commentator Grant Nisbett has had the best seat in the house for 15 of the All Blacks' 17-game winning stretch.
The chance to set a record for successive test victories has been within the All Blacks' grasp before.
Australian police are still investigating the All Blacks bugging scandal two months on from the spying scandal which shocked the rugby world.
While the Wallabies' form against the All Blacks hasn't improved since 2002, the world definitely has.
The All Blacks will set a world record should they beat the Wallabies tomorrow. But they won't hold THE record. Not yet.
When the doping storm broke, Joe Rokocoko had to hurriedly call home and reassure his tearful mother.
COMMENT: Accolades for this All Black squad have been rising as regularly as house prices in Auckland.
All Black Malakai Fekitoa has quickly climbed to great heights in his rugby career but this is taking it to a new level.
Aaron Cruden gave a spiky response today when asked about his future rugby plans.
Steve Hansen can't resist a dig at the Aussies ahead of their record-breaking attempt on Saturday.
Watch NZH Focus: One of world rugby's greatest ever referees has opened up about why he thinks rugby is one of the most accepting sports in the world.
Savea's recall to the ABs for Saturday's test against the Wallabies is an indication of the team's mindset.
Three things to know about the All Blacks side to face Australia at Eden Park on Saturday as the side aims for an 18th-straight victory.
The Australian side could make history twice in one night if they lose on Saturday night - and not in a good way.
Watch NZH Focus: Nigel Owens has called into question the motives behind new referees and says they need a second skin.
David Pocock has been cleared to play in this weekend's third Bledisloe test at Eden Park.
WATCH: The world is discovering New Zealand's remarkable Barrett family and its rugby pedigree.
Two of the world's top sports champs came head-to-head at an All Blacks training session yesterday.
If anything, Sam Cane's time on the sidelines has given him a new appreciation of what his side are achieving.
The All Blacks are determined not to trip up on the brink of a new world record.
The All Blacks want this consecutive victories record. Really want it.
Augustine Pulu has been called into the All Blacks squad for this weekend's Bledisloe Cup finale at Eden Park.