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Waikato win dramatic Farah Palmer Cup final

Waikato edged out Canterbury 27-25 in Hamilton to claim their second New Zealand provincial women's rugby title. The match saw an intense back-and-forth battle, with...

Reddy to step down as NZ Rugby Chair

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) Chairperson Dame Patsy Reddy has announced she will not seek reappointment to the NZR Board, following the partial implementation of...

NZR ‘seeks clarity’ over France’s decision to sideline top stars

New Zealand Rugby has requested clarification from World Rugby regarding France's plan to omit key players from their squad for the upcoming three-Test tour...

Springboks clinch 2024 Rugby Championship with Commanding 48-7 win over Argentina

South Africa secured the 2024 Rugby Championship title with a dominant 48-7 victory over Argentina at Mbombela Stadium. Fullback Aphelele Fassi and flanker Pieter-Steph du...

All Blacks win Bledisloe II to break Wellington hoodoo

The Wallabies showed early promise but ultimately suffered another defeat to the All Blacks, losing 33-13 in Wellington. Despite an early try from Fraser McReight,...

NPC: Hawke’s Bay 36 – 35 Auckland

Hawke's Bay have beaten Auckland 36-35 in their Round 8 Bunnings NPC clash today at McLean Park in Napier. https://youtu.be/38uCI2ZzOcs?si=xIlxh9v83UigGiRn

Beauden Barrett to start at No. 10 for All Blacks as Carlos Spencer questions McKenzie’s first-five future

In a major shift for the All Blacks, Beauden Barrett will start as first-five against the Wallabies this Saturday under coach Scott Robertson, marking...

NPC: Counties Manukau thump Wellington in Jonah Lomu tribute match

Counties Manukau have beaten Wellington 51-12 in their Round 8 Bunnings NPC clash tonight at Navigation Homes Stadium in Pukekohe. https://youtu.be/7ePoNjRw9PE?si=2km1qR1Dx5orFIcN

Barrett replaces McKenzie in All Blacks Lineup for Bledisloe II

Damian McKenzie has been replaced by Beauden Barrett at first-five for the All Blacks' upcoming Bledisloe II match against the Wallabies in Wellington on...

All Black legend Keven Mealamu collapses in gym due to heart condition

Former All Black Keven Mealamu, widely regarded as one of the greatest rugby players in New Zealand's history, recently shared a concerning video on...

Rugby Championship: Argentina 19 – 20 Australia

Argentina have beaten Australia 19-20 in their Rugby Championship clash in La Plata, Argentina. https://youtu.be/Tq8tRw62M1U?si=5fY4n7EPLSWDYvSN

Rugby Championship: Springboks 31 – 27 All Blacks

The Springboks have beaten the All Blacks 31-27 in their Rugby Championship match overnight at Ellis Park in Johannesburg. https://youtu.be/BTO2X3YRfQM?si=XTNChPXEx2KZ5n0-

Springboks face lock crisis as injuries mount ahead of All Blacks clash

The Springboks are dealing with a big setback as star lock Eben Etzebeth is doubtful for their upcoming match against the All Blacks due...

Ethan de Groot ruled out of Springbok Tests

All Blacks prop Ethan de Groot has been ruled out of the upcoming Rugby Championship tests in South Africa due to a neck injury...

All Blacks assistant coach Leon MacDonald quits

In a shock development, All Blacks assistant coach Leon MacDonald has resigned following a "tactical disagreement" with head coach Scott Robertson. The decision comes less...

Rugby Championship: Australia 12 – 30 Springboks

South Africa have beaten Australia 12-30 in their Rugby Championship match today at Optus Stadium in Perth. https://youtu.be/pRK_mrEocY0?si=D3_nLvelQgMONsAu

Rugby Championship: All Blacks 42 – 10 Argentina

The All Blacks have beaten Argentina 42-10 in their Rugby Championship clash this evening at Eden Park in Auckland. https://youtu.be/Wo4_4uLfIjE?si=Et_uXAEYmNnHwEYU

All Blacks announce squad changes ahead of Argentina clash at Eden Park

The All Blacks have made four changes to their starting lineup and welcomed back veteran loose forward Sam Cane to the reserves for their...

Argentina beat All Blacks in Wellington

Argentina have secured a landmark 38-30 victory over the All Blacks, marking only their third win in history against the New Zealanders. The match was...

Rugby Championship: Springboks 33 – 7 Wallabies

South Africa, led by winger Kurt-Lee Arendse's two tries, secured a commanding 33-7 victory over Australia in the Rugby Championship opener in Brisbane, equaling...

All Blacks name squad for Rugby Championship opener against Argentina

All Blacks Head Coach Scott Robertson and his co-selectors have named a formidable squad to face Argentina in the opening match of the 2024...

Black Ferns Sevens clinch Olympic gold in comeback against Canada

The Black Ferns Sevens overcame a halftime deficit to defeat Canada 19-12, securing New Zealand's first medal of the Paris Games and defending their...

All Blacks Sevens’ Olympic gold hopes dashed by South Africa in quarter-finals

The All Blacks Sevens' bid for an Olympic gold medal ended in a stunning 14-7 defeat to South Africa in the quarter-finals, despite having...

NZ men’s Sevens starts Olympic campaign with dominant wins

The New Zealand men's sevens team kicked off their Olympic campaign in Paris with a flawless performance, securing two impressive victories on the opening...

Ardie Savea’s signing heralds a ‘new era’ for Moana Pasifika

Moana Pasifika's signing of All Blacks vice-captain Ardie Savea is set to revolutionise the Super Rugby franchise, bolstering its future prospects. Savea, the reigning World...

Dominant scrum leads All Blacks to convincing win over Fiji

The All Blacks showcased their scrummaging prowess in a commanding 47-5 win over Fiji in San Diego. Their dominant scrum and improved lineout performance laid...

Billy Proctor set for All Blacks Test debut against Fiji in San Diego

Billy Proctor will make his All Blacks Test debut against Fiji, starting at centre for the final match of the 2024 Steinlager Ultra Low...

Former All Black Norm Hewitt dies at 55

Norm Hewitt, a former All Blacks hooker and season-one winner of Dancing with the Stars, passed away at 55 after battling motor neurone disease. Hewitt,...

Ireland snatch dramatic win over Springboks with last-minute drop goal

Ciaran Frawley delivered a sensational drop-goal with the last kick of the game, securing a win for Ireland against South Africa 24-25 in a...

Wallabies condemn Wales to ninth straight defeat

Wales experienced a ninth consecutive international defeat as Australia secured the series 2-0 in an exhilarating eight-try match in Melbourne. Filipo Daugunu's two tries, along...

All Blacks take tense Eden Park showdown against England

The All Blacks secured a hard-fought 24-17 victory over England at Eden Park on Saturday, clinching the Steinlager Ultra Low Carb series. Despite struggling for...

All Blacks prepare to build on win against England in second test at Eden Park

The All Blacks are focused on advancing their strategy after their first Test victory over England in the Steinlager Ultra Low Carb series, aiming...

Beloved Wellington rugby coach dies suddenly

Willie Leota was the 1st XV coach at St. Patrick's College, Wellington. The Wellington rugby community is reeling from the sudden death of Willie Leota....

Wallabies begin Joe Schmidt era with Triumphant win over Wales in Sydney

The Wallabies secured a tense 25-16 victory over Wales in Sydney, marking a successful start to the Joe Schmidt era. This win comes ten months...

ABs secure nail-biting win over England in Razor’s debut

Scott 'Razor' Robertson's tenure as the All Blacks coach began with a tough 16-15 win over England in Dunedin. The match was marked by crucial...

All Blacks team announced for opening match against England in 2024 Steinlager Series

All Blacks Head Coach Scott Robertson, alongside his assistant coaches Scott Hansen, Jason Holland, Leon MacDonald, and Jason Ryan, has unveiled the team set...

Michael Hooper announces retirement from international rugby

Michael Hooper has announced his retirement from international rugby, ending a distinguished career. The former Wallabies captain shared his decision on Instagram, expressing gratitude for...

Toulouse crowned champions of France

Stade Toulousain displayed clinical precision in their resounding 59-3 triumph over Union Bordeaux Bègles in the Top 14 final. The match was a showcase of...

Former All Black Shayne Philpott passes away at 58 following medical event

Shayne Philpott, the former All Black who played two tests in 14 appearances for the All Blacks, has died at the age of 58...

Māori All Blacks to honour Connor Garden-Bachop

The Māori All Blacks have pledged to honour the memory of their former teammate Connor Garden-Bachop, who tragically passed away on June 17 at...

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