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PREVIEW: All Blacks vs South Africa (Yokohama)

The eyes of the rugby world will turn to Yokohama International Stadium on...

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Canterbury reclaim Farah Palmer Cup lead
Canterbury moved back to the top of the points table in the Farah Palmer Cup...
Official All Blacks Store opens in Christchurch
New Zealand Rugby has opened the doors to an Official All Blacks Store at...
Loose forward contrasts could hold key to win in Yokohama
A clash of styles in the loose forwards may be the difference in Saturday's All...
Regaining respect of All Blacks boosts Boks
Regaining the respect of the All Blacks had the Springboks in a good place as...
Zinzan Brooke: World Cup set for blockbuster opening weekend
Both the All Blacks and Springboks have gone with very strong sides for...

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FPC ROUND 4 HIGHLIGHTS: Waikato v Bay of Plenty - 2019
It was an entertaining game in Hamilton with Bay of Plenty recording their...
The Prime Minister meets the All Blacks
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Grams from Japan (Episode One)
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All Blacks halfback TJ Perenara gives us an update from the Rugby World Cup
Glenn Moore extends with Black Ferns
Black Ferns Head Coach Glenn Moore will lead the team through to the 2021 Rugby...
"It was a tough day at the office" - Nepo Laulala
All Blacks prop Nepo Laulala provides an update as temperatures soar in Tokyo.
World Cup update with Dane Coles
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FPC ROUND 3 HIGHLIGHTS: Taranaki v Tasman 2019
The Taranaki Whio put in a huge second half in New Plymouth but Tasman Mako ran...
FPC ROUND 3 HIGHLIGHTS: Wellington v Counties Manukau
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All Blacks officially welcomed to #RWC2019
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Luke Jacobson ruled out of Rugby World Cup 2019
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All Blacks Press Conference in Japan
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RUGBY WORLD CUP TOURNAMENT DRAW

Download the full 2019 Rugby World Cup tournament draw
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Loose forward contrasts could hold key to win in Yokohama
A clash of styles in the loose forwards may be the difference in Saturday's All Blacks-Springboks Rugby World Cup pool opener in Yokohama on Saturday.
Regaining respect of All Blacks boosts Boks
Regaining the respect of the All Blacks had the Springboks in a good place as they prepare for their opening pool game at the Rugby World Cup game in Yokohama on Saturday.
Zinzan Brooke: World Cup set for blockbuster opening weekend
Both the All Blacks and Springboks have gone with very strong sides for tonight’s Rugby World Cup clash.

PREVIEW: All Blacks vs South Africa (Yokohama)
The eyes of the rugby world will turn to Yokohama International Stadium on Saturday night (NZT) as the All Blacks and South Africa meet in a blockbuster Pool B clash.
Players get tackle height message - Scott Barrett
All Blacks lock Scott Barrett said he had been working hard on his defensive techniques in the wake of his red card in the first Bledisloe Cup Test against Australia and was confident he was ready for the World Cup opener against South Africa on Saturday.
World Cup reality hits home for Crusaders trio
All Blacks first five-eighths Richie Mo'unga wondered if he would be part of the Rugby World Cup campaign when injuring his shoulder in the Bledisloe Cup game in Auckland last month but was relieved to be set to play South Africa in Yokohama on Saturday.
Another challenge for All Blacks' pack
Having been under pressure to turn on a pressure performance in their second Bledisloe Cup game against Australia in Auckland last month, the All Blacks pack was facing the same demand in their Rugby World Cup opener against South Africa in Yokohama on Saturday.
Intensity of World Cup opener is what rugby, and coaching, is all about
It may be All Blacks coach Steve Hansen's fifth Rugby World Cup but he admitted attending World Cups was still the highlight of his career and he was excited heading into Saturday's pool opener against South Africa in Yokohama.
Erasmus knows all to well about the All Blacks-Springboks rivalry
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus knows all about the rivalry with the All Blacks from the sharp end, playing against the long-time rivals
South Africa defence coach wary of All Blacks' system
Springbok defence coach Jacques Nienaber has spent a fair amount of time analysing All Blacks methodology over recent years and believes he understands what the team management are trying to do to break down defensive screens.
South Africa name team to face All Blacks
South Africa have named an unchanged side to the one that defeated Japan two weeks ago to face the All Blacks in the opening Pool B clash of the Rugby World Cup.
World Cup or not All Blacks always under pressure
It may be a World Cup but that didn't change the pressure involved in being an All Black.
All Blacks brush of SA Retallick claims
All Blacks assistant coach Ian Foster brushed off comments from South Africa's camp that injured lock Brodie Retallick would be playing in Saturday's first World Cup game for the sides.
Familiarity an asset for All Blacks in opening Cup game
Prior experience has been a useful asset for more senior members of the All Blacks as they prepare for their World Cup opening game against South Africa in Yokohama on Saturday
Third tournament but Whitelock feels the excitement
All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock has played 19 Tests against South Africa in his career but is just as excited about his 20th in the World Cup opener on Saturday as he was about his first in Auckland in 2010.
Dan Carter compares best five-eighths in world
All Blacks great Dan Carter has offered his comparisons of how the three leading first five-eighths in the world, Beauden Barrett, Johnny Sexton and Owen Farrell, compare.
Business as usual for All Blacks' build-up for Boks
All the attention of the rugby world might be on the first big game of the tournament between the All Blacks and South Africa on Saturday in Yokohama but so far as the New Zealanders were concerned it was business as usual ahead of a Springbok Test.
Foster happy with All Blacks' midfield resources
Perceptions the All Blacks didn't have an established midfield combination in the manner of Ma'a Nonu and Conrad Smith at the 2015 World Cup were understandable but assistant coach Ian Foster is happy with his resources for the World Cup in Japan.
World Cup challenge part of Kiwi make-up - Hansen
New Zealand's bid to be the first side to complete a hat-trick of Rugby World Cup wins was a typical of the challenges the country faced in all aspects of life.
Experience helps but there can still be surprises - Read
All Blacks captain Kieran Read said the results of Test matches played ahead of the Rugby World Cup in Japan could be wiped from the slate.

HSBC Sevens 2020 Tickets

2020 HSBC New Zealand Sevens going on sale today
The 2020 HSBC New Zealand Sevens at FMG Stadium Waikato is Auckland Anniversary weekend (25-26 January) next year with new features on and off the field including an exciting new tournament format.

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All Blacks VS Tonga
92 - 7
FMG Stadium, Hamilton
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All Blacks VS South Africa
Yokahama
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All Blacks VS Canada
Oita
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All Blacks VS Namibia
Tokyo
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All Blacks VS Italy
Toyota
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Canterbury reclaim Farah Palmer Cup lead
Canterbury moved back to the top of the points table in the Farah Palmer Cup when beating Manawatu 54-7 on Saturday.
Official All Blacks Store opens in Christchurch
New Zealand Rugby has opened the doors to an Official All Blacks Store at Christchurch Airport.
Loose forward contrasts could hold key to win in Yokohama
A clash of styles in the loose forwards may be the difference in Saturday's All Blacks-Springboks Rugby World Cup pool opener in Yokohama on Saturday.
Regaining respect of All Blacks boosts Boks
Regaining the respect of the All Blacks had the Springboks in a good place as they prepare for their opening pool game at the Rugby World Cup game in Yokohama on Saturday.
Zinzan Brooke: World Cup set for blockbuster opening weekend
Both the All Blacks and Springboks have gone with very strong sides for tonight’s Rugby World Cup clash.

PREVIEW: All Blacks vs South Africa (Yokohama)
The eyes of the rugby world will turn to Yokohama International Stadium on Saturday night (NZT) as the All Blacks and South Africa meet in a blockbuster Pool B clash.
Unique bond to be tested in World Cup opener - Kayes
Ahead of their opening Rugby World Cup clash in Yokohama, Jim Kayes takes a look at the rich rivalry between the All Blacks and South Africa.
Farah Palmer Cup: Week 4 preview and team lists
We’re already at the halfway point of the season for the Championship teams and it’s getting tight in the Premiership competition. Canterbury are back in action after their bye week and the JJ Stewart Trophy goes on the line again.

Players get tackle height message - Scott Barrett
All Blacks lock Scott Barrett said he had been working hard on his defensive techniques in the wake of his red card in the first Bledisloe Cup Test against Australia and was confident he was ready for the World Cup opener against South Africa on Saturday.
World Cup reality hits home for Crusaders trio
All Blacks first five-eighths Richie Mo'unga wondered if he would be part of the Rugby World Cup campaign when injuring his shoulder in the Bledisloe Cup game in Auckland last month but was relieved to be set to play South Africa in Yokohama on Saturday.
Another challenge for All Blacks' pack
Having been under pressure to turn on a pressure performance in their second Bledisloe Cup game against Australia in Auckland last month, the All Blacks pack was facing the same demand in their Rugby World Cup opener against South Africa in Yokohama on Saturday.
Intensity of World Cup opener is what rugby, and coaching, is all about
It may be All Blacks coach Steve Hansen's fifth Rugby World Cup but he admitted attending World Cups was still the highlight of his career and he was excited heading into Saturday's pool opener against South Africa in Yokohama.
All Blacks team named for World Cup opener
The All Blacks team to play South Africa in their opening Rugby World Cup Test on Saturday September 21 at International Stadium, Yokohama has been named (Kick off: 6.45PM, 9.45PM NZT)
Juggling rugby and cricket an exciting challenge for Thamsyn Newton
Rugby has played a huge part in the life of Wellington Pride fullback Thamsyn Newton.

Erasmus knows all to well about the All Blacks-Springboks rivalry
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus knows all about the rivalry with the All Blacks from the sharp end, playing against the long-time rivals
South Africa defence coach wary of All Blacks' system
Springbok defence coach Jacques Nienaber has spent a fair amount of time analysing All Blacks methodology over recent years and believes he understands what the team management are trying to do to break down defensive screens.
South Africa name team to face All Blacks
South Africa have named an unchanged side to the one that defeated Japan two weeks ago to face the All Blacks in the opening Pool B clash of the Rugby World Cup.
It’s on all of us to create something tribal around the FPC and women’s rugby
Wellington’s had some wingers over time. In fact, New Zealand Rugby has been blessed with audacious talent on the flanks year after year, seemingly since the dawn of time. We, New Zealand, and they, Wellington, have another.

Moore to take Black Ferns through to 2021
Black Ferns Head Coach Glenn Moore will lead the team through to the 2021 Rugby World Cup, New Zealand Rugby announced today.
Rugby World Cup Tournament Draw
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All Blacks Coaching Clinics

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Each year, clinics are run at locations world wide in partnership with local rugby clubs and sports organisations.

Every clinic is different, with most featuring former All Blacks players and New Zealand rugby coaches in multi-day high performance sports facilities. Clinics will cover technical and tactical skills, strength and conditioning advice, nutrition and mental skills coaching.

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The Haka

Origins and History of the Haka
For most non-Maori New Zealanders today their knowledge of the Haka is perhaps limited to that most performed of Haka called "Ka mate, Ka mate", which was composed by Ngati Toa Chieftain Te Rauparaha around 1820. Many sports teams and individuals travelling from New Zealand overseas tend to have the haka "Ka mate" as part of their programme.
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