When it emanates from the All Blacks it is usually ominous - a sign they are tight, intense and in the right head space to be ruthless. That doesn't guarantee that you will win the thing but it does guarantee that your attitude is right and we know that if we get our attitude right and our clarity is right then we are a good side." The Lions only come every 12 years and the All Blacks have studied the history of the composite team. They have looked back to previous tours to see what they can learn and to respect the tradition and standing of their opponents and what a Lions tour has meant for New Zealand rugby. Their cold, hard demeanour says they have worked out that that a Lions tour means plenty and exactly the sort of occasion where they need to have their attitude spot on.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 22, 2017 04:46 UTC