The All Blacks kick off their end-of-year tour back in a place they'd love to reclaim as their own.
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1News' Rugby Reporter sets out what he wants to see from the All Blacks on their Northern Hemisphere tour, starting tomorrow.
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Nine years after the All Blacks lost to the Irish for the first time they are back in Chicago with a reserves bench high on power and potential impact.
Friday 1:32pm
A standout against the Wallabies in Perth last time out, Tupaea retains his place in Chicago for the first Test of the All Blacks' Grand Slam tour.
Friday 6:55am
Grand Slam tour starts in Chicago on Sunday morning with potentially the toughest Test of the trip.
Tue, Oct 28
Canterbury's 36-28 NPC final victory over Otago was likely the last first-class final to be played at their temporary stadium in Christchurch.
Sat, Oct 25
The incident involving Jan-Hendrik Wessels occurred in the 18th minute of the Vodacom Bulls' 28-27 win over Connacht on October 17.
Fri, Oct 24
All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson says all the focus is on the Grand Slam tour after assistant Jason Holland's surprise decision to walk away.
Thu, Oct 23
On the eve of the team's Grand Slam tour, Jason Holland has announced he will not be renewing his contract at the end of the year.
The 28-year-old midfielder shared a picture of the happy couple on social media.
Wed, Oct 22
Canterbury have booked their spot in an all-South Island NPC final, overcoming Hawke's Bay 43-19 in their semi-final at Christchurch's Apollo Projects Stadium.
Sun, Oct 19
The All Blacks will play three matches against South Africa's club teams before the first of four Tests against the Springboks next year.
Fri, Oct 17
Ireland will demand the best of the All Blacks in Chicago. Will Scott Robertson reward form or go back to Plan A? Patrick McKendry weighs the options.
Wed, Oct 15
Midfielder Havili was not selected for the All Blacks despite an outstanding Super Rugby season, while flanker Papali'i was not picked for the Rugby Championship.
Tue, Oct 14
The All Blacks and Blues lock requires surgery and will be sidelined for about six months.
Scottish official Davidson will be the first woman to referee an All Blacks' Test when she has the whistle in Cardiff next month.
Follow our live updates as Scott Robertson names his squad for Tests against Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales.
Mon, Oct 13
Scott Robertson's squad of 36 features few surprises and no high-profile casualties, despite some players appearing to be on the outer recently.
Coach Scott Robertson will name his side for the Grand Slam tour on Monday morning.
Sun, Oct 12
The rebel group's reportedly offering big money to players from union and league to join a breakaway series that is hoping to launch next September.
Fri, Oct 10
A joint statement from eight international unions has warned players will not be available to play Tests if they sign with big-money league.
Wed, Oct 8
Coach Scott Robertson says depth is the key to winning the World Cup but that may be creating inconsistencies in the here and now, argues Patrick McKendry.
Tue, Oct 7
Moody, 47, says he feels well and is determined to stay positive.
Health
The All Blacks' No.10 is expected to recover from a shoulder injury in time to lead the team's attack against Ireland in Chicago early next month.
Mon, Oct 6
The All Blacks finally showed the consistency they have been craving all Rugby Championship to blow away the Wallabies in Perth.
Sun, Oct 5
