Hansen blasts Gatland

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen lit the fuse on simmering tension with rival Warren Gatland on Monday, labelling the British and Irish Lions mentor “a bit desperate” for accusing his side of dangerous play.

An irate Hansen took exception to Gatland claiming the world champions targeted his scrum-half Conor Murray during their 30-15 win over the Lions in the opening Test in Auckland. Hansen called talkback radio to let off steam.