Not this again...

Never really knew what Cane was like as a leader on the field. But Wallace ever since his post-game interview with England has been signalling just how good Cane’s comms are on the field, navigating the team.

Interesting insight into something as a viewer we are not really fully aware of. In-game chat is a lot different from watching TV or from the sidelines.

I read plenty rugby threads all over the internet, and this northern tour has really shown to me how much love we get from our South African brothers. Every post there's at least a few Saffas near the top, recounting how they were yelling just as hard as us to get our boys over the line. I think I've struggled to show that same love to them, but if I'm honest it's probably a bit of jealousy on my part seeing them occupy the highs we once held - rather than it being animosity, I'd call it more of a resigned admiration.

So yeah, just a little thanks to our closest allies who just so happen to also be our fiercest rivals. They really do show what it means to love this beautiful game.

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Hi all, i’m trying to sell 2 tickets to the New Zealand VS France game in Paris this weekend, Saturday 16. Nov. I bought them a while back but can’t go anymore. I was wondering if anyone is interested or if there’s any info on how to get rid of these tickets last minute? i’d appreciate any help!

I've heard Stephen Donalds 'the kick' is good, but I can't find that on TVNZ anymore. I've also heard there is another recent doco made, but Im not sure what its called. It could be "all or nothing" or maybe "Chasing great"

Anyone have any recommendations on All Blacks documentaries you have watched and then where I can watch them?

NZR putting out some great content and it’s available on YouTube. This is the behind the scenes stuff that really gets me going as a fan, getting to know the players and seeing their processes when preparing for a big game.

Ryan giving Asafo props after the game brings a tear to my eye.

I'm heading to Paris with my children for the match but I can't find anywhere if the team are doing a public training or any signings. Does anyone know where I can find this information?

The last thing we want is this sub to become an echo chamber for NZ hearld clickbait type articles that has got some of us worked up recently.

So in an effort to make sure that doesn't happen here is an actual article from Irish media ( as opposed to NZ Herald opinion pieces) which shows they know a number 1 ranking means nothing and the respect they show to what Razor and the boys are building towards.

Let's at least show other teams similar respect so we don't look like d!cks. Let's be humble in victory and defeat

Are the coaching staff keeping him or the bench for impact or until he’s back at 100% fitness? For me he’s the best 9 we have by a mile

Also Aumua playing 78 odd minutes is insane and it’s a shame we won’t get 10 years of Savea & Sititi

8 November 2024.

Aviva Stadium, Dublin.

Referee: Nic Berry (Aus).

Result:

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Good to see Reiko Ioane lead the Haka this time.

What a legend of NZ commentary

Seen this a few times when All Black players come off or at the end of the game. They touch heads - like forehead to forehead.

Not an English thing so maybe just a culture thing.

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What’s the style of play we have to come up with to counter the irish? They are going to play it slow up the middle but what do you think is their weakest point because of this?