Rugby World Cup
Press panic over Spark streaming the Rugby World Cup online
We haven't been this twitchy about tech since Y2K. Spark took a gamble by buying the World Cup broadcast rights and offering live streaming coverage to subscribers. It's sparked a flood of sceptical -…
Video, AudioSteve Hansen: World Cup is a marathon, not a sprint
A chance for the All Blacks or South Africa to lay down a marker.
No place for Salakaia-Loto in Wallabies side
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has selected the "Pooper" flanker combination for Australia's Rugby World Cup opener.
Wales "shocked" by betting allegations
Head coach Warren Gatland said the Wales team were "shocked" by the news of Rob Howley's alleged breach of betting and anti-corruption regulations.
Springboks reveal 23 to face the All Blacks
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus has made just one change from the starting side that drew with New Zealand in July for Saturday's crunch Rugby World Cup match with the world champions.
Wales assistant coach sent home from World Cup
Wales assistant coach Rob Howley has been sent home six days before the team's opening match at the Rugby World Cup over a possible breach of rules about betting.
Springboks want a strong effort from match officials
South Africa hoping for a strong performance by the match officials when they take on New Zealand in their RWC opener in Yokohama on Saturday.
All Blacks out to exploit any chances the Boks give them
The All Blacks will be looking to capitalise on any unnecessary risks South Africa choose to take in their World Cup opener on Saturday.
Doubts linger over Labour's internal investigation
Political commentator Dr Bryce Edwards looks at the questions being raised over the level of trust in the Labour Party and the Prime Minister's office as Maria Dew QC leads an internal investigation… Audio
Spark Sport boss says a RWC fail won't taint its future
The head of Spark Sport is adamant the sports streaming service is here to stay regardless of how it performs during the Rugby World Cup.
All Blacks: Are they ready for the Rugby World Cup?
The All Blacks fly to Japan this morning for the Rugby World Cup. Are they on track for an unprecedented third straight title?
Iconic Springbok dies
Rugby World Cup winner Chester Williams has died after a suspected heart attack.
Wringing more than silverware from RWC 2019
Win or lose, the Rugby World Cup is being seen as a great opportunity to boost our economy. Audio
Christchurch roofer named to start against All Blacks
Hooker Siua Maile will start for Tonga against the All Blacks this weekend on his test debut, capping a meteoric rise for the Christchurch-based roofer, who is yet to play a first class match.
Sport: Pacific Island teams dreaming big
Fiji, Samoa and Tonga will run onto Eden Park this weekend as they continue their preparations for the Rugby World Cup, which kicks off in just over three weeks. Audio
Japan chasing first ever World Cup quarter-final
Japan are eager to ride a strong run of form and reach their first-ever quarter-finals at next month's Rugby World Cup.
A pessimist's take on the All Blacks Rugby World Cup squad
Opinion - This squad does not inspire great confidence; for every good player, there's another whose position is questionable, writes Hamish Bidwell.
Big Polynesian influence in Wallabies
Sekope Kepu is proud of the increasing diversity of the Wallabies, with around half of Australia's Rugby World Cup squad of Polynesian and Pacific Island heritage.
Crotty returns to rugby this weekend
The All Blacks centre Ryan Crotty will make his long awaited return to rugby this weekend.
Siya Kolisi will captain the Boks at the World Cup
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi won his fitness battle to lead his country at the Rugby World Cup in Japan.
