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The Sam Cane story isn't finished after all
The former captain is ready to potentially finish his All Black career on his terms.
Back to the future? Robertson explains All Black changes
Analysis - It's a case of bringing in experience as a crunch clash at Eden Park looms.
The inconvenient facts about the All Blacks’ ‘poor’ crowd
Jamie Wall brings a bit of perspective to a slight overreaction to one aspect of Saturday night's loss to the Pumas.
All Blacks horror show: where it all went wrong
Analysis - Scott Robertson admitted the loss to the Pumas came down to a "a few key moments". Jamie Wall unpacks what they were. Video
All Blacks fail to assert dominance in loss over fiery Argentina
The Sky Stadium Curse continues as the Pumas bask in another famous victory.
A look at the All Blacks’ horrible Wellington record
Sky Stadium is almost a reverse Eden Park for the All Blacks, who play in the capital this weekend. Video
All Blacks: Robertson explains changes
Analysis - All of a sudden, the All Blacks are heading into a test with a locking department boasting only 11 starts worth of experience. Video
All Blacks: Rugby Championship preview
Analysis - The test season resumes this weekend with the Rugby Championship kicking off in Brisbane and Wellington.
Black gold – what this Olympic Sevens tournament means for women’s rugby
Analysis - The Black Ferns' triumph is big for Aotearoa, but something much bigger might come out of their podium moment, Jamie Wall writes.
All Black Sam Cane : 'I certainly wasn't expecting to get named'
The 95-test former captain had no expectations from new coach Scott Robertson around his involvement this season.
All Black squad naming: What we learnt, and the big questions
Analysis: The All Blacks now have more players from the worst team in Super Rugby Pacific than anywhere else.
What Ardie Savea's transfer means for Super Rugby
Analysis - Savea's presence won't turn Moana Pasifika into title contenders overnight, but expectations will be raised, Jamie Wall writes.
All Blacks v Fiji: What we learned
Analysis - Scott Robertson's All Blacks can fly home knowing they got what they needed in San Diego, Jamie Wall writes.
What to expect out of this weekend's new-look All Black team
Analysis - Who out of the six new faces has the most to gain, who leads the haka and what does it all mean in the long run, asks Jamie Wall.
Norm Hewitt: The embodiment of rugby's changing culture
The former All Black hooker wasn't just a player, he was a man who symbolised change in our national game by confronting his demons.
All Blacks: Beauden Barrett reminds everyone just how good he is
Analysis - The key takeaway from this test series is how the team found another way to win, due in no small part to the two-time World Rugby Player of the Year winner, Jamie Wall writes. Video
A century ago, the All Black Invincibles created a legacy
Watch: The famous team is being honoured 100 years on from their incredible, unbeaten tour. Video
The one change All Black fans might need to get used to
Analysis - It only took one test, but Scott Robertson's already shown how things will be different under his regime. Audio
'Smile and be free' - Stephen Perofeta making the most of his All Black recall
The Blues fullback was a surprise starter in Dunedin but proved Scott Robertson correct with an assured performance.
All Blacks: What went right, what went wrong
Analysis - Now that the dust as settled on a dramatic opening test, Jamie Wall looks at what the All Blacks need to do this week in Auckland.
All Blacks: DMac's shot clock shocker, Robertson's relief
Analysis - The one-point win had its fair share of drama, but Scott Robertson's reign nevertheless gets off to a winning start, writes Jamie Wall.
All Blacks v England: What you need to know
Scott Robertson's All Blacks face a stern test against England in Dunedin, here's all the information for the game.
All Blacks v England: Drama aplenty the last time they met
The 25-all draw at Twickenham turned out to be a far-reaching result for both teams, Jamie Wall writes. Video
All Blacks: Has Vern Cotter provided a Blue-print for the English?
Analysis - The signs are pointing towards a tense opening test between the All Blacks and England, with a ton of pressure likely to be directed on Damian McKenzie, writes Jamie Wall.
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe: The greatest women's rugby player ever?
Analysis - Records, medals and accolades are synonymous with the prolific winger's career, making a strong case for the title of the greatest of all time. Video