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SBW explains his decision

A handshake agreement he made with an unnamed NRL club prior to switching to rugby is the reason why Sonny Bill Williams has decided to turn his back on the All Blacks.

SBW confirms departure

Sonny Bill Williams will head to Japan at the end of the Super Rugby season.

NZ Under 20 player named

The New Zealand Under 20 player accused of raping a woman while the team was in South Africa has revealed his identity.

Where are they now: Matene Love

Former Junior All Black Matene Love has not sat still since his footy career ended. BY LEE STACE

2012-13 sevens draw confirmed

Argentina has become a destination on the HSBC Sevens World Series circuit.

Tew: Player won’t be named

New Zealand Rugby Union boss Steve Tew says the New Zealand Under 20 player at the centre of rape allegations in South Africa will not be named.

NZRU HQ an earthquake risk

The New Zealand Rugby Union needs to find a new base before next year after being told its existing abode is an earthquake risk.

SBW decides future

All Blacks second five Sonny Bill Williams has decided where and in what sport he will play, but is remaining tight-lipped on the matter.

ABs spoilt for choice

Loose forward, lock and wing.

All Blacks spank luckless Ireland

Such was the one-sided nature of this contest, it was effectively over by halftime.

Cane’s unbelievable year

All Blacks flanker Sam Cane admits he has to pinch himself given how quickly his footy career has blossomed.

Messam’s moment to shine

The final test against Ireland brings with it the third player to play blindside for the All Blacks in as many weeks.

O’Driscoll: Last shot for Ireland

Ireland captain Brian O’Driscoll says tomorrow night’s third test in Hamilton was the “last shot” for his side to lower the All Blacks’ flag in New Zealand for years.

Mature Cruden up to the task

First five Aaron Cruden will be backing his ever-growing maturity and his natural game as he looks to guide the All Blacks around the park against Ireland in Hamilton this Saturday night.

Hansen: Changes were always on the cards

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says he had pre-planned to make changes to his side, but that it was incorrect to label them as ‘rotation’.

Carter out of third test

All Blacks pivot Dan Carter will miss this Saturday night’s third test against Ireland in Hamilton with a hamstring injury and may face a long spell on the sidelines.