All Blacks

Ian Foster gets the nod as new All Blacks coach

He served eight years as Hansen’s assistant and beat Scott Robertson to the position

Johnny Sexton: ‘We can create something a little bit special’

It’s not stretching things to say that this is the biggest game of Sexton’s career

Michael Cheika defiant despite Wallabies’ Eden Park thrashing

All Blacks’ Bledisloe Cup rout gives Steve Hansen food for thought ahead of Japan

England call on Maro Itoje to get physical with All Blacks

Jones to name a team designed to rattle New Zealand as Underhill also poised for recall

Australia keen to measure up against All Blacks

Cheika’s men hoping to land an early blow against Championship holders in Sydney

Ireland need to improve squad depth to achieve world dominance

To genuinely compete for the 2019 World Cup, we need 34 Test-standard players

Coping with injuries the key for All Blacks and France

Jacques Brunel and Steve Hansen in World Cup planning mode ahead of Test clash

Irish woman to be added to World Rugby Council

Previously all-male 32-member council to be increased to 49 members of both genders

Warren Gatland profile: former Ireland and Lions coach revealed

From club level up to Lions’ tours, Wales’ head coach has enjoyed substantial success

All Blacks won’t be caught out by rush defence again: Barrett

World champions face Australia in Rugby Championship opener in Sydney

‘Biggest game ever’ for Lions as immortality beckons

New Zealand media’s treatment of Warren Gatland is disgraceful, says coach’s assistant

Sean O’Brien decision could be the boost that drives Lions to victory

Tullow Tank’s presence in final Test means Gatland can retain victorious back-row

Lions' Queenstown diversion could raise a few eyebrows

Scheduled break may seem curious but Lions following a familiar script to previous years

Lions 2017: A player-by-player guide to Gatland's squad

Gavin Cummiskey profiles the 41-men charged with the task of taking it to the All Blacks

Gerry Thornley picks his Lions squad for New Zealand

Warren Gatland’s task this week is far from easy but it still represents calm before storm

Ireland’s win over All Blacks among 2016’s happiest moments

Heatwave and Higgins also brought joy to Irish people this year, survey reveals

Jennifer O’Connell: To escape the grim reality of 2016, look to the sporting gods

An overheard conversation finally provides proof of the healing powers of sport

‘He is the reason why I played footie’ - Kieran Read on Jonah Lomu

All Black legend passed away one year ago aged 40 - his legacy still inspires their captain

Gerry Thornley: Focus returns to showdown with All Blacks

Ireland head coach wary of a New Zealand backlash ahead of Saturday’s showdown

‘If Simon Zebo can leap over an All Black, I can finish the NYC marathon’

Ireland beating the All Blacks. Using ‘Alone It Stands’ wisdom to get through 26.2 miles. Best weekend ever.

Multiphase approach may be trick to crossing All Blacks try line

All Blacks have won 30 Test matches since drawing 12-12 with Australia in August 2014

Ciarán Murphy: All Blacks’ domination provides a lesson for all

GAA has had its own powerhouse sides in the last 15 years

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