The Rugby Championship News

All Black Ben Smith is one of the world's best outside backs comfortable at wing, fullback or wherever his coach puts him but what is his best position?

South Africa sensationally upset the All Blacks 36-34  in Wellington to win in New Zealand for first time since 2009.

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus tweaks starting line-up for All Black Test in Wellington.

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen brings back his experienced test players for the match against South Africa in Wellington.

The All Blacks again lead the way in this year's Rugby Championship and their success is backed up by impressive figures that show they lead the way in most game statistics.  

New Zealand retained their unbeaten status in this year’s Rugby Championship when they claimed a 46-24 win over Argentina in Nelson in Round 3.

All Blacks' coach Steve Hansen has made several changes to the side for the Test against Argentina in Nelson with Richie Mo'unga getting his first start.

Beauden Barrett is in untouchable form notching up an historic Bledisloe record last month in Auckland, storming to an individual haul of 30 points.

Beauden Barrett scored a remarkable four tries as New Zealand secured another Bledisloe Cup following a 40-12 triumph over Australia at Eden Park.

Both the Wallabies and All Blacks announce changes for the Round 2 clash in Auckland due to injuries.

All Blacks prop Owen Franks makes his 100th appearance for the All Blacks this weekend and will be hoping to score his first try.

Is there such a thing as a talisman? Do teams struggle in the absence of key players?

A superb all-round performance by New Zealand saw them claim a deserved 38-13 win over Australia in Saturday's Rugby Championship opener in Sydney.

All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock has ticked off a few career highlights in the last 12 months and is gearing up for his 100^th cap for the All Blacks to join an exclusive club. 

Super Rugby is done and dusted and now attention focuses on the Rugby Championship as the national coaches announce their extended straining squads.

Super Rugby took a break in June due to the international test window - here is a review of the action and the players who stood out ahead of The Rugby Championship later this year...

All Blacks beat France in Dunedin to wrap up comprehensive 3-0 Series win and are now focussed on defending their TRC title.

Its down to the wire for the Wallabies against Ireland while the All Blacks and Springboks are chasing whitewash victories.

The All Blacks wrapped up the Series against France with one Test to play with an unconvincing 26-13 win in Wellington.

The All Blacks, Springboks and Wallabies have all named their teams for the Second Tests of the June international series...