New Zealand’s supremacy a testament to All Blacks ideal of shared ownership
1 decade ago by The GuardianSteve Hansen’s side are primed to set a new record of 18 straight wins by a tier one nation when they face Australia on Saturday, having improved since last year’s World Cup despite losing five cap...
McCaw tells All Black fans to stop moaning
1 decade ago by Rugby 365INTERVIEW: All Black legend Richie McCaw told New Zealand fans to stop moaning and enjoy the moment as their team chases a record 18th straight Test win this weekend.
Top 5 Players of the Modern Era - New Zealand
1 decade ago1. Richie McCaw Who else could be number 1? A household name around rugby, McCaw is regarded as one of the best to take the pitch. Retired at the end of season in 2015 with 2 World Cup medals...
The Magnificent Sevens: The best openside flankers in rugby history
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auAs soon as I saw Matt Cleary’s excellent collection of the greatest no.7s in rugby league history last week, I had a feeling I might be about to pull together the rugby equivalent, taking a cue from...
Quade Cooper sinbinned for off the ball shoulder on Nicolas Sanchez
1 decade ago by Rugby DumpMercurial Australian flyhalf Quade Cooper was yellow-carded in Saturday's clash against Argentina, as it was deemed his shoulder charge on Nicolas Sanchez was illegal, with neither arms nor ball...
All Blacks to the rugby world: “Catch us if you can”
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auHigh in confidence after their memorable World Cup triumph, the mighty All Blacks reminded the Wallabies that their pain was to continue for another year. They have won 14 consecutive, thrashing their...
Cane ruled out, Todd called into All Blacks squad
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auAll Blacks flanker Sam Cane has been ruled out for up to six weeks due to a hamstring injury, with Matt Todd brought into the squad as cover, coach Steve Hansen said on Sunday. Cane, the long-time understudy...
All Blacks’ best yet to come: Foster
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auAll Blacks assistant coach Ian Foster doesn’t believe his side is playing to their full potential yet despite their continued dominance of world rugby. The world champions continue to look invincible...
‘All Blacks’ new leaders have stepped up’
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auThe new-look All Blacks player leadership has negotiated its sternest examination since Richie McCaw moved on, believes coach Steve Hansen. While the 29-9 win over Australia in Wellington was ultimately...
Wallabies v All Blacks Rugby Championship – live | Paul Connolly
1 decade ago by The GuardianWallabies and All Blacks clash in Bledisloe Cup second matchJoin the coverage – email: paul.connolly.casual@guardian.co.uk, twitter: @PFConnolly 8.08am BST Speaking of Richie McCaw (how about these seamless...
