Wales skills coach Neil Jenkins believes the All Blacks are now the world's best side in any sport. Jenkins has rallied world rugby's top nations to close the gap on New Zealand - a task he firmly believes is no easy feat.
Wales and British and Irish Lions prop Gethin Jenkins says he is relishing every game as he is set to make his 127th appearance for Wales against Australia on 5th November.
Wales will be desperately hoping for wing George North to prove his fitness when he plays for Northampton Saints in the upcoming Aviva Premiership clash.
Wales' upcoming campaign against Australia has received a shot in the arm after Premiership Rugby has decided to release the players as "a gesture of flexibility".
Australia lock Dean Mumm has been handed a one-week ban after striking with elbow on New Zealand lock Brodie Retallick in their recent Bledisloe Cup 2016 clash at Eden Park on Sunday.
Wales captain Sam Warburton has been ruled out of Cardiff Blues' upcoming European Challenge Cup clash against Pau at BT Sport Cardiff Arms Park on Friday with a stiff neck.
George North's participation for Wales in the November Test against Australia has become doubtful after Northampton Saints mulling against the release of the wing.
Wales international Jamie Roberts is hoping the upcoming global season calendar that is being planned by World Rugby will leave British and Irish Lions' fixtures unscathed.
Cardiff Blues announced on Wednesday that Wales international Tom James has extended his contract with the Pro12 club after signing a new long-term deal.