Phil Gifford is a Contributing Sports Writer for NZME. He is one of the most-respected voices in New Zealand sports ...

From drop goals to deluges, The i Paper’s rugby correspondent looks back at five decades packed with iconic moments ...

Timoci Tavatavanawai, the 15th rookie introduced in the Robertson regime, savoured his maiden taste of test rugby after ...

The All Blacks banished last week’s shaky first test victory to expose a decidedly inexperienced French side with a largely ...

The Springboks will be satisfied with their one-sided victory against Italy on Saturday, but when it comes to the world rugby ...

Just a week after losing influential captain Scott Barrett to injury, the All Blacks could be without another second rower for the third and final Test against France.

When asked about what he was feeling pregame, Barrett was surprised the travelling French journalist noticed his emotion.

Assistant coach Jason Holland said on Sunday that the All Blacks will ring the changes when they select their side for the ...

For the All Blacks this week, it will be the destination of opportunity. With the series against France secured after their ...

Tavatavanawai was visibly emotional during the national anthem and the 27-year-old said it was an expression of joy at having ...

New Zealand hit their stride with a much improved performance to beat France 43-17 in the second test on Saturday, running in ...

A stunning first-half display of speed, smarts, and set-piece precision powered the All Blacks to a 43-17 victory over France ...