Wales relinquish No 1 spot to All Blacks

The All Blacks have regained the No 1 spot in the World Rugby rankings after Wales dropped to fourth following a defeat by Ireland on Saturday.

Hansen unfazed by All Blacks ‘cheats’ label

Steve Hansen has shrugged off criticism from former England flyhalf Stuart Barnes describing the All Blacks as cynical cheats in a newspaper column.

Erasmus: ‘All Blacks the team to beat’

Rassie Erasmus says that, considering the depth and experience in the All Blacks’ squad, the reigning champs remain the team to beat at the World Cup.

Hansen: All Blacks have advantage

Coach Steve Hansen believes the All Blacks have an advantage over the competition heading into the World Cup in Japan.

All Blacks gamble on Retallick for World Cup

All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick has been named in the 31-man squad for the upcoming World Cup in Japan despite his struggles with a shoulder injury.

Watch: All Blacks’ RWC squad announcement

Coach Steve Hansen reveals the 31-man squad that will be representing the All Blacks at the 2019 World Cup in Japan.

‘A lot of talent in Bok back three’

Bok wing Cheslin Kolbe talks about winning the Top 14 and the Rugby Championship, and why the Boks should never underestimate the All Blacks.

Boks expect Blacklash at World Cup

Springbok wing Cheslin Kolbe says that there will be no room for complacency in the lead-up to the World Cup battle against the All Blacks. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Crotty to make injury comeback

Ryan Crotty has been given permission by All Blacks management to play for Canterbury in the Mitre 10 Cup after recovering from a thumb injury.

Squire ready for All Blacks selection

All Blacks flank Liam Squire has greenlighted team management to include him in the 31-man squad for the upcoming World Cup in Japan.