The New Zealand All Blacks is the most popular rugby team in the world and also one of the most successful. The All Blacks won the inaugural Rugby World Cup in 1987 and won a second in 2011, both hosted in New Zealand. They have won an impressive 75% of all matches they have played since 1903.
As one of the All Blacks senior statesmen, centre Conrad Smith is doing his utmost to keep his and his teammates' feet on the ground ahead of the World Cup Final against France at Eden Park on Sunday.
Former Australia captain Nick Farr-Jones believes the current New Zealand team that will play in Sunday's World Cup final against France stands comparison with the All Blacks side that won the inaugural edition of rugby's showpiece tournament back in 1987.
New Zealand coach Graham Henry claims he is taking little notice of France's unimpressive World Cup semi-final performance against Wales.
All Blacks lock Brad Thorn's recommendation to his fellow players for a stress-free buildup to the World Cup final is: Avoid the media.
New Zealand will wear their first-choice all-black strip in Sunday's World Cup Final despite losing the toss to France in Auckland on Monday.
New Zealand will be overwhelming favourites when they play France in Sunday's World Cup final, a repeat of the inaugural 1987 match-up that the All Blacks won.
So we know who’s in the World Cup Final now – and who on earth would have predicted that hapless France would be there?! After the highs and lows of last weekend will anyone be supporting the turgid underdog, asks Rugby Rugby’s Howard Johnson, or will we all be forced to applaud the pompous Haka?
New Zealand vowed to keep their feet firmly on the ground after reaching next weekend's World Cup Final against France with a masterful display of power rugby in their last-four clash with Australia.
Australia coach Robbie Deans said New Zealand will take some stopping in next week's World Cup Final against France after his battered Wallabies were well beaten by the tournament hosts on Sunday.
New Zealand head coach Graham Henry hailed the All Blacks' 20-6 destruction of Australia in the Rugby World Cup semi-final as "outstanding".
All Blacks captain Richie McCaw delivered a masterclass in the art of the 'jackal in the tackle' to rival flank David Pocock as New Zealand reached the World Cup Final with a convincing victory over Australia.
The All Blacks were at their dominant best and hammered the Wallabies into submission in an impressive 20-6 on Sunday.
New Zealand captain Richie McCaw hailed his side's intensity in their World Cup semi-final win over Australia on Sunday.
New Zealand will face France in next Sunday's Rugby World Cup final after a comprehensive 20-6 victory over Australia at Eden Park.
New Zealand booked their spot in the World Cup Final next week with a determined performance against Australia who they beat 20-6 in their semifinal at Eden Park on Saturday.
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The entire All Blacks apparel line has been updated for 2013/14. Check out the New Zealand All Blacks polo.
The Nike Tiempo is a solid rugby cleat and one of few styles still made from full-grain natural leather.
The Gilbert Blitz 8S rugby cleat is a great cleat at a great price of $69.99. Get a new pair of cleats today.
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Wear the crest of the British and Irish Lions on your t-shirt. A great look for the summer.
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The All Blacks Performance t-shirt is black with hints of blue from the training jersey. Very Cool.
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The NEW All Blacks 2013/14 jersey has arrived at World Rugby Shop. Dare to wear the colors of the All Blacks.
