Rugby World Cup 2019: Erasmus’ development of Springboks makes Habana optimistic
The optimism around South Africa going into the Rugby World Cup is "absolutely incredible", according to Bryan Habana.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Kieran Read deserves to be winning captain, says Warburton
According to former Rugby World Cup captain Sam Warburton, Kieran Read is cut out to lead New Zealand to glory in Japan.
Rugby World Cup 2019: All Blacks not invincible, but worthy favourites
New Zealand may have chinks in the armour, but write them off at your peril as they attempt to make history in Japan.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Toner, Franks and the stars not touching down in Japan
We take a look at five top players who might consider themselves unfortunate to miss the Rugby World Cup in Japan.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Five breakthrough talents to watch in Japan
Ahead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan, we look at five young players capable of making their mark on the international stage.
Hansen tells All Blacks to embrace chance to make history
Aiming for a third straight Rugby World Cup title, Steve Hansen and the All Blacks are excited.
Hansen explains decision for All Blacks to finish Tonga thrashing with 14 men
With New Zealand leading Tonga 92-0, Steve Hansen opted to save Ryan Crotty and play the last 15 minutes a man light.
New Zealand 92-7 Tonga: All Blacks fall short of century in pre-World Cup annihilation
The All Blacks fell just short of 100 points in a merciless display in Hamilton, where New Zealand scored 14 tries on Saturday.
All Blacks ‘rolled the dice’ with Retallick with one eye on quarters
New Zealand's Brodie Retallick is still suffering with a shoulder injury, but Steve Hansen has called him up anyway.
Franks left out of All Blacks’ Rugby World Cup squad
New Zealand opted to leave 108-time international Owen Franks out of their Rugby World Cup squad.
Cheika: Australia must take Bledisloe Cup blow on the chin
Australia were trounced at Eden Park but coach Michael Cheika trusts his players will put the defeat behind them and focus on the World... Read more
Hansen dismisses fears over Mo’unga World Cup prospects after shoulder blow
Steve Hansen expects Richie Mo'unga to be available for New Zealand's Rugby World Cup campaign, dismissing worries over a shoulder injury.
Kieran Read hails hard-working All Blacks after Bledisloe Cup triumph
New Zealand atoned for defeat in Perth by thrashing Australia 36-0 in Auckland to retain the Bledisloe Cup, pleasing captain Kieran Read.
New Zealand 36-0 Australia: All Blacks take revenge with thumping Auckland victory
New Zealand scored five tries in a clinical Bledisloe Cup victory over an Australia side who humbled them seven days earlier in Perth.
Wallabies hungry to end Bledisloe drought – Hooper
Captain Michael Hooper knows Australia will have to shift into another gear to claim the Bledisloe Cup.
All Blacks built for moments like this – Read
New Zealand fell to a stunning loss against Australia last time out, but All Blacks captain Kieran Read is confident they will bounce back.