How did the All Blacks improve on perfection? Simplicity and honesty | Robert Kitson

New Zealand were already world champions but Steve Hansen and his coaching team demanded, and delivered, even more to retain the Rugby World CupSometimes it is the little things that betray greatness. Even for supposedly trained observers with a ringside seat, they can be easy to miss. Nor do a team like the All Blacks often divulge their innermost secrets, particularly away from home. Only very occasionally do the best of the best relax, lift the veil slightly and offer a glimpse of exactly how they make the magic happen.Happily, Sunday afternoon was one of them. Neither Steve Hansen nor his …