The All Blacks have hit contingency mode after having their final Rugby World Cup pool match cancelled, but there are no grumbles from coach Steve Hansen who applauds World Rugby for making a sensible decision all about safety. It is the first time in history that a Rugby World Cup match has been called off. HANNAH PETERS/GETTY IMAGES The All Blacks will spend the weekend in Tokyo while Typhon Hagibis hits. GETTY IMAGES Steve Hansen will be making contingency plans after the All Blacks' match with Italy was cancelled. WEATHER NETWORK Typhoon Hagibis is expected to hit Japan on Saturday, causing major disruption to the World Cup.

Source: Stuff October 10, 2019 02:26 UTC