Lions 2017

A high pressure system has formed over the All Blacks after the Lions took a Test match off them on Saturday, writes Jamie Wall.

There's been a noticeable lift in intensity at All Blacks training ahead of this weekend's deciding test against the Lions according to flanker Jerome Kaino.

Opinion - Sonny Bill Williams' shoulder charge to a Lions player's head deserved the All Blacks' first red card in 50 years but, writes Matt Richens, the rules need to change.

The All Blacks are itching to put Saturday's second test loss behind them ahead of this weekend's series decider against the British and Irish Lions, according halfback Aaron Smith.

All Blacks centre Sonny Bill Williams has been suspended for four weeks and will miss the third and deciding Test against the Lions in Auckland next Saturday.

British and Irish Lions' loose forward Sean O'Brien has been cleared to play the third and final test against the All Blacks at Eden Park this Saturday.

Originally unwanted for the British and Irish Lions tour, Highlanders midfielder Malakai Fekitoa has been called in as the All Blacks midfield replacement for Sonny Bill Williams.

Wellington's hospitality sector is reaping the benefits of last night's test between the All Blacks and the British and Irish Lions.

The Lions have won the second Test of their 2017 tour, beating the All Blacks 24-21 in Wellington. Matt Richens rates all the players. Video

LIVE rugby: The Lions have overcome the All Blacks 24-21 in the second Test in Wellington tonight, after NZ was forced to play most of the game with 14 men. Video

More rain is expected during tonight's second test between the All Blacks and the Lions at Westpac Stadium.

Opinion - Ahead of tonight's test, Jamie Wall recalls his eye-opening first time in the stands, watching the Lions beat the All Blacks in 1993. Video

Lions captain Sam Warburton says tonight's second test is the "biggest challenge" of his career. It may also be one of the most significant games in Lions history.

Some Lions fans say they're happy to pay $130 to park in Wellington overnight considering the location, access to toilets and hot water, and a special licence to have a wee dram.

British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland has made a raft of changes to his side to face the All Blacks in the must-win second test in Wellington on Saturday.