Photo: FileWarren Gatland has attempted to backtrack on the severity of claims he made about the All Blacks in his book and refused to reveal apparent controversial details. Today, when asked by the New Zealand Herald to explain, he took exception to the suggestion he had threatened to reveal 'explosive' details. I will comment on the quote but I won't comment on your re-phrasing of the quote," Gatland said. Pressed again to reveal exactly what it is he claims to know about the All Blacks, Gatland refused. Post Lions tour, Gatland endured stinging criticism from experienced Irish openside Sean O'Brien who said the coaches got game-plans wrong and overworked the squad.

Source: Otago Daily Times November 20, 2017 19:07 UTC