All Blacks

NELSPRUIT, SOUTH AFRICA - AUGUST 06: Damien de Allende of South Africa and David Havili of New Zealand during The Rugby Championship match between South Africa and New Zealand at Mbombela Stadium on August 06, 2022 in Nelspruit, South Africa.

NZ star itching for De Allende clash

David Havili is fired up to resume his midfield rivalry with Damian de Allende on Friday as the All Blacks centre closes in on a first appearance since recovering from a hamstring injury.

All Blacks back big guns for Boks

New Zealand have vowed to pick the best team available for their last warm-up game against the Springboks at Twickenham on Friday night.

All Blacks sing their national anthem at Forsyth Barr Stadium

All Blacks stars to miss Bok duel

The All Blacks will be without two pivotal players for their clash with the Springboks in London, and are also set to miss New Zealand’s World Cup opener against France.

Watch: Tonga star sees red for dump tackle

Tonga’s All Blacks convert star George Moala could be ruled out of the World Cup through suspension after being sent off for a tip-tackle in the warm-up against Canada on Thursday.

On this day: Bok fan tackles ref

On 10 August 2002, Piet van Zyl made his way onto the field to tackle referee David McHugh during a Tri-Nations Test between the Springboks and All Blacks in Durban.

All Blacks handed Peyper boost

New Zealand have been given a timely boost as South African referee Jaco Peyper is reportedly set to handle the World Cup opener between the All Blacks and hosts France.

All Blacks risk Retallick, Havili for RWC

Veteran lock Brodie Retallick and experienced utility back David Havili were on Monday named in the New Zealand squad for the World Cup, despite injury and fitness concerns.

Three All Blacks in Samoa’s RWC squad

European based forwards Chris Vui and Michael Alaalatoa were named co-captains as Samoa on Sunday named three former All Blacks in their World Cup squad.

Watch: Aquaman cheers All Blacks victory

Hollywood star Jason Momoa was spotted pitchside, as well as rubbing shoulders with legend Richie McCaw, at the clash between New Zealand and Australia in Dunedin.

Foster hails ‘ugly’ All Blacks win

Coach Ian Foster said the All Blacks’ fightback to beat the Wallabies on Saturday was “a good lesson” and showed that New Zealand are on track to challenge for the World Cup.