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          17hCraig Dowd

          What the All Blacks will want out of Pumas 'banana skin'

          The All Blacks' Test against the Pumas in Argentina presents a challenge. But if an under-strength All Blacks nail four key areas they should not only emerge victorious but also take a significant step on their road to the World Cup, Craig Dowd writes.

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          1dReuters

          Under-strength All Blacks see opportunities in Argentina

          With eight Crusaders players sitting out the All Blacks' trip to Argentina, the Pumas have their best chance at notching a maiden win over the world champions. But New Zealand's fringe World Cup players can see an opportunity in the adversity.

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          7dSam Bruce and Andy Withers

          The Rugby Championship: What's to be gained before the World Cup?

          How important is momentum ahead of the World Cup? Will we see James O'Connor and Sonny Bill Williams? Who can bolt their way into squad for Japan? We analyse some of the big talking points ahead of the condensed Rugby Championship.

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          Crusaders secure record 10th Super Rugby title

          The Crusaders clinched their 10th Super Rugby title with a tight 19-3 victory over the Jaguares in chilly conditions at Rugby League Park in Christchurch on Saturday.

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          13dSam Bruce

          Super Rugby Final preview: Crusaders vs. Jaguares

          The Crusaders are chasing their 10th Super Rugby title, the Jaguares from Argentina their first. Sam Bruce unpacks the chief storylines ahead of the grand final in Christchurch on Saturday.

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          15dReuters

          Crusaders lose Ryan Crotty, Scott Barrett for Super Rugby Final

          Crusaders inside centre Ryan Crotty and lock Scott Barrett have been ruled out of the Super Rugby final against the Jaguares on Saturday and likely the entirety of the Rugby Championship after breaking bones in their hands.

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          27dReuters

          World Rugby abandons Nations Championships

          World Rugby has abandoned its plans to create a Nations Championship after failing to gain support from unions, the sport's ruling body said on Wednesday.

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          29dCraig Dowd

          Craig Dowd's All Blacks Rugby World Cup squad

          With the Super Rugby regular season in the books, Craig Dowd has named his All Blacks squad for the Rugby World Cup. The brilliant form of some rising youngsters was good enough to earn a ticket, but the story isn't so rosy for one injury-riddled veteran.

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          42dCraig Dowd

          Braydon Ennor, Ben Lam among those who deserve All Blacks chance

          With the Crusaders and Hurricanes in contention for a potential Super Rugby final, some key All Blacks could be spared a trip to Argentina. It's an opportunity for Steve Hansen to throw some fringe players into the World Cup mix - Craig Dowd writes.

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          55dCraig Dowd

          Rugby must revisit the scrum amid current guessing game

          While the refereeing in South Africa has raised some eyebrows across Super Rugby, it's the increasing amount of scrum resets and general uncertainty that is really upsetting fans - Craig Dowd writes.

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          Former Test coach Alan Jones slams Israel Folau call

          While former Wallabies coach and radio broadcaster Alan Jones blasted Rugby Australia over its decision to sack Israel Folau, some Australian players used social media to show their love and support for their ex-teammate.

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