Dial-a-debacle: New Zealand rugby fans point the finger of blame

All Black followers have unleashed all manner of criticism: blaming complacency, Sam Cane's underwhelming leadership as captain, New Zealand Rugby, team culture, a private equity sell-off, the Barrett brothers and more
Dial-a-debacle: New Zealand rugby fans point the finger of blame

WRAPPED UP: All Blacks coach Ian Foster

Once were warriors; now they're just worried. The All Blacks' slump has engaged New Zealanders in a national bout of introspection and exasperation, much centred on besieged coach Ian Foster.

Before last week, the All Blacks had never lost a home Test to Ireland, let alone a series.

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