Late change for All Blacks

All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick will miss tomorrow night’s test against France in Christchurch with a hamstring injury, with his place to be taken by Sam Whitelock.

Michalak back for France

The return of veteran first five Frédéric Michalak is one of five changes French coach Philippe Saint-André has made to his starting side to face the All Blacks in Christchurch tomorrow night.

Andy Dalton to move on

The Blues are on the hunt for a new chief executive after confirming the franchise and the Auckland Rugby Union would be led independently.

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Preview: All Blacks v France (second test)

We look at what both teams need to improve on ahead of tomorrow night’s second test in Christchurch.

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Andy Dalton to move on

The Blues are on the hunt for a new chief executive after confirming the franchise and the Auckland Rugby Union would be led independently.

Issue 17 now online

In this week’s edition, we preview tomorrow night’s All Blacks v France test in Auckland and Steve Hansen tells us why he believes the Tricolores have the best scrum in the business.

2013 Super Rugby preview: round 17

With all the hype surrounding the various test matches being played around the world, it could be easy to forget that there are two Super Rugby games on in Australia this weekend.

Coles earns first start

Hooker Dane Coles will start his first test for the All Blacks when they take on France in Auckland this Saturday night.

Carter in doubt for first test

All Blacks first five Dan Carter is among a number of players who could miss the side’s opening test against France in Auckland this Saturday night.

Super Rugby review: Round 16

The Highlanders produced the biggest upset in round 16 when they brought the Blues to their knees.

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Issue 18 now online

In this week’s issue, we look at what the All Blacks and France must improve on if they are to win the crucial second test in Christchurch tomorrow night.