All Blacks must climb Everest to win RWC2007

Graham Henry tonight claimed New Zealand face a task of “Everest” proportions to prise the World Cup away from England in three years’ time.

Thu, 10 Jun, 2004 - 18:33

Graham Henry tonight claimed New Zealand face a task of “Everest” proportions to prise the World Cup away from England in three years’ time.

The new All Blacks coach also hailed England’s microscopic attention to detail and the foundations for success that have been laid in English domestic rugby.

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