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The New Zealand national rugby union team, commonly known as the All Blacks, represents New Zealand in men's international rugby union, which is considered the country's national sport. Famed for their international success, the All Blacks have often been regarded as one of the most successful sports teams in history.

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All Black Barrett wants 'positive challenge' at Leinster Leinster announce the signing of All Black Jordie Barrett on a short-term deal. BBC Sport - Published 2 days ago
Ireland to face All Blacks and Wallabies in autumn Ireland will take on New Zealand and Australia during an autumn series in Dublin which will also include contests against Argentina and Fiji. BBC Sport - Published on March 14, 2024
Former Wales lock Brian Price dies aged 86 Brian Price, who captained Newport to victory over the All Blacks in 1963 and Wales to a Five Nations Triple Crown in 1969, dies aged 86. BBC Sport - Published on December 18, 2023

Retallick replaces Whitelock for All Blacks in final New Zealand make one change to the side for their World Cup final with South Africa as lock Brodie Retallick replaces Sam Whitelock. BBC Sport - Published on October 26, 2023
The history & rivalry of New Zealand v South Africa Saturday's Rugby World Cup final between the All Blacks and the Springboks will provide another chapter in a storied rugby union rivalry. BBC Sport - Published on October 23, 2023
All Blacks tell Test rugby's oldest tale to make final New Zealand's skills and smarts proves too much for an outclassed Argentina in their Stade de France semi-final. BBC Sport - Published on October 20, 2023

Argentina caught in path of All Blacks juggernaut Argentina are outsiders for their Rugby World Cup semi-final and New Zealand's accuracy and desire make it hard to argue with the bookmakers' odds. BBC Sport - Published on October 19, 2023
Argentina need 'perfect game' to beat All Blacks Team news, match preview and statistics for Argentina against New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup semi-final in Paris on Friday. BBC Sport - Published on October 19, 2023
All Blacks recall Telea for Argentina semi-final Mark Telea returns for New Zealand's Rugby World Cup semi-final against Argentina, having missed the win over Ireland for breaching team protocol. BBC Sport - Published on October 18, 2023
'All Blacks crush Irish belief as Sexton's story ends in pain' Ireland truly believed that this was their year, which makes Saturday's World Cup quarter-final exit at the hands of the All Blacks all the more devastating for them. BBC Sport - Published on October 15, 2023

All Blacks beat Ireland to set up Pumas semi-final New Zealand end Ireland's World Cup dream and set up a semi-final against Argentina with a 28-24 win at Stade de France. BBC Sport - Published on October 14, 2023
'Ireland must be ready for best version of All Blacks' Scrum-half Conor Murray says Ireland have 'massive belief' that they can win Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against the All Blacks. BBC Sport - Published on October 12, 2023
The 'little black book' behind every All Black Conrad Smith and Richard Kahui once had a dream to represent the All Blacks, and they soon learned of the legacy that was left for them. BBC Sport - Published on October 11, 2023	Ireland braced for 'toughest ever game' - Sexton Johnny Sexton says Ireland will face a different All Blacks to the side they stunned in New Zealand last year in Saturday's World Cup quarter-final. BBC Sport - Published on October 11, 2023
How Ireland broke down the All Blacks' fear factor Once the invincibles of rugby, here is how New Zealand's fear factor was gradually broken down by Ireland going into Saturday's World Cup quarter-final. BBC Sport - Published on October 11, 2023	Smith tells Ireland to expect different All Blacks Scrum-half Aaron Smith tells Ireland to expect a "totally different" All Blacks side in Saturday's World Cup quarter-final to the one they faced last summer. BBC Sport - Published on October 10, 2023
Kelleher treating All Blacks game like any other Hooker Ronan Kelleher says he will treat Ireland's "do or die" Rugby World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand like any other game. BBC Sport - Published on October 9, 2023	All Blacks game 'what dreams are made of' for Ireland Ireland head coach Andy Farrell says meeting New Zealand in the quarter-finals of the Rugby World Cup is "what dreams are made of". BBC Sport - Published on October 7, 2023
Rugby World Cup: All Blacks look to secure quarter-final spot New Zealand need a bonus-point win over Uruguay to confirm a Rugby World Cup quarter-final spot - follow text and radio commentary. BBC Sport - Published on October 4, 2023	'How I want my boys to play' - are All Blacks contenders again? "We wanted to come out and make a statement," said New Zealand captain Ardie Savea after his side bulldoze past Italy at the Rugby World Cup. BBC Sport - Published on September 29, 2023
All Blacks thrash Italy to boost knockout hopes Aaron Smith scores a 33-minute hat-trick as New Zealand thrash Italy in Pool A to move to the cusp of the World Cup quarter-finals. BBC Sport - Published on September 29, 2023	Teams have caught up with All Blacks - Italy boss Crowley Italy head coach Kieran Crowley believes other countries "have caught up" with New Zealand as his side prepare to face the All Blacks on Friday. BBC Sport - Published on September 28, 2023
All Blacks score 11 tries to thrash Namibia New Zealand storm to their 50th win at the Rugby World Cup, running in 11 tries to thrash Namibia, but lose Ethan de Groot to a late red card. BBC Sport - Published on September 16, 2023	All Blacks' match with Namibia is 'vital' - Foster New Zealand head coach Ian Foster calls Friday's match with Namibia "vital" for his side "to grow" after they lost to France last time out. BBC Sport - Published on September 14, 2023
Tonga's former All Blacks seek to shock Ireland Thanks to a change in eligibility rules, Tonga have a star-studded line-up and are bidding to reach a first World Cup quarter-final. BBC Sport - Published on September 13, 2023	Hosts France make perfect start to stun All Blacks France make the perfect start on their quest for a first Rugby World Cup title as they beat three-time champions New Zealand to delight the Stade de France in Paris. BBC Sport - Published on September 8, 2023
All Blacks legend Carter on how to win World Cup New Zealand legend Dan Carter says there's "no pressure like World Cup rugby" as he explains what it takes to win the competition. BBC Sport - Published on September 8, 2023	A Rugby World Cup opener without equal The occasion and history have ramped up expectations for France's Rugby World Cup opener against the All Blacks in Paris. BBC Sport - Published on September 7, 2023
All Blacks make four changes to face hosts France New Zealand make four changes to their starting XV for their opening Rugby World Cup match against France on Friday. BBC Sport - Published on September 6, 2023	Obituary: David Watkins, Wales dual-code international David Watkins: Mercurial fly-half who helped Newport beat the All Blacks, captained Wales and the Lions before switching to rugby league. BBC Sport - Published on September 3, 2023
Springboks record biggest win over All Blacks New Zealand second row Scott Barrett is sent off as South Africa register their biggest win over the All Blacks, scoring five tries at Twickenham. BBC Sport - Published on August 25, 2023	Former All Black coach Hansen to help Australia Former New Zealand World Cup-winning coach Steve Hansen is set to help Australia prepare for their game against France this week in an unpaid voluntary role. BBC Sport - Published on August 22, 2023
All Blacks thump Wallabies to win Rugby Championship New Zealand cruise past Australia to win their third Rugby Championship in a row, with Eddie Jones still yet to win a game as the new Wallaby head coach. BBC Sport - Published on July 29, 2023	Rugby Championship: Title-chasing All Blacks face Australia Live text coverage as Eddie Jones' Australia face title favourites New Zealand in the final round of the Rugby Championship. BBC Sport - Published on July 28, 2023
From supermarket worker to World Cup in nine months When New Zealand take to the pitch for the 2023 Women's World Cup, they will have the backing of the All Blacks as well as a home crowd roaring them on. BBC Sport - Published on July 14, 2023	All Blacks' Jordan to return after eight months out New Zealand and Crusaders back Will Jordan is set to play for the first time in eight months after a "migraine-related condition" kept him sidelined. BBC Sport - Published on May 4, 2023
Robertson to take over All Blacks after World Cup Crusaders coach Scott Robertson will take over as All Blacks head coach after this year's World Cup. BBC Sport - Published on March 21, 2023	Foster will not reapply for All Blacks coach role Ian Foster says he will not reapply for his job as All Blacks head coach when his contract expires after the World Cup later this year. BBC Sport - Published on March 1, 2023
Edwards sells Barbarians jersey for world-record £240k 'Greatest ever try' jersey worn in Barbarians' 1973 win against the All Blacks sold for £240,000. BBC Sport - Published on February 24, 2023	Chelsea hire All Blacks mental skills coach Enoka Chelsea hire All Blacks leadership manager and mental skills coach Gilbert Enoka on a short-term consultancy. BBC Sport - Published on February 7, 2023
Cruden & Esterhuizen set to play for Barbarians All Black fly-half Aaron Cruden and South Africa centre Andre Esterhuizen are the latest internationals set to feature for Eddie Jones' Barbarians. BBC Sport - Published on January 26, 2023	All Blacks spectacle proves as alluring as ever Neither England nor New Zealand are at the peak of their powers, but Saturday's meeting, only their third in seven years, is as irresistible as always. BBC Sport - Published on November 18, 2022
'Manu tore us to shreds' - inside England's 2012 NZ win A record win that no-one saw coming. Ten years on from England's 38-21 rout of the All Blacks, players from both sides look back on an extraordinary day. BBC Sport - Published on November 18, 2022	Van Poortvliet to start against All Blacks Twenty-one year-old Jack van Poortvliet starts ahead of Leicester team-mate Ben Youngs in the England team to face New Zealand on Saturday. BBC Sport - Published on November 17, 2022
'There is no better test' than England - Smith All Blacks great Aaron Smith says "there is no better test" than facing England at Twickenham, adding it is a fixture that "gets the blood going". BBC Sport - Published on November 16, 2022	Cokanasiga ruled out of All Blacks Test Winger Joe Cokanasiga is ruled out of England's autumn Test with New Zealand at Twickenham because of an ankle problem. BBC Sport - Published on November 15, 2022
Pumas win vital as Scots join 'near-miss brigade' Scotland must now beat Argentina to end a disappointing 2022 on a better note after the current group of players became the latest to join the "near-miss brigade" against the All Blacks. BBC Sport - Published on November 14, 2022	Scotland lose out but give sluggish All Blacks scare Scotland failed to end a 117-year wait for a first ever win against New Zealand as the beleaguered All Blacks fought back to win a thriller at Murrayfield. BBC Sport - Published on November 13, 2022
All Blacks in recovery mode but warning signs remain for Scots New Zealand may have lost their indomitable edge, but an eight-try demolition of Wales is reminder to a Scotland team seeking a first win against the All Blacks of how powerful and ruthless they can.. BBC Sport - Published on November 12, 2022	Russell, Kinghorn or both? Townsend's conundrum Finn Russell's Scotland recall leaves head coach with a fly-half conundrum for Sunday's visit of the All Blacks. BBC Sport - Published on November 8, 2022