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Wallabies stun England with last-minute win

England’s autumn campaign took a disappointing turn as they were edged out by Australia in a dramatic 42-37 defeat at Allianz Stadium Twickenham. England initially...

All Blacks end Ireland’s three-year home winning streak

Ireland's home winning streak came to an end as New Zealand defeated them 21-13 in a highly anticipated Autumn Nations Series match. Despite Ireland’s determined...

‘Prodigy’ Suaalii takes leap back to rugby union

At just 21, code-switching star Joseph Suaalii is stepping back into rugby union after a successful stint in rugby league, hoping to revitalizs the...

Scottish rugby star Stuart Hogg pleads guilty to domestic abuse

Former Scottish rugby captain Stuart Hogg has pleaded guilty to a domestic abuse charge, admitting to years of aggressive and controlling behaviour towards his...

All Blacks edge out England in thriller to seal Twickenham victory

In a dramatic and tension-filled match at Twickenham, the All Blacks overcame a series of errors and a fierce England side to clinch a...

All Blacks name revamped squad for Twickenham showdown

All Blacks Head Coach Scott Robertson and his coaching team have announced their lineup to face England at Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium (Twickenham) this Sunday. The...

England prop Joe Marler says All Blacks haka to be binned

England rugby prop Joe Marler has stirred controversy ahead of England’s match against the All Blacks by suggesting the team abandon the haka, calling...

All Blacks secure 64-19 win over Japan

The All Blacks began their end-of-year tour with a 64-19 victory over Japan in Yokohama. A dominant first half saw New Zealand pull ahead with...

Wellington NPC champs after dramatic extra-time victory over Bay of Plenty

The Wellington Lions clinched the NPC 2024 title in an intense, nail-biting final that stretched into extra time, with Callum Harkin’s decisive penalty sealing...

All Blacks team to face Japan announced

All Blacks Head Coach Scott Robertson has announced his team to face Japan in the 2024 Lipovitan-D Challenge Cup at Nissan Stadium, Yokohama. Patrick Tuipulotu...

NZ Rugby commercial boss steps down amid disagreement over future direction

CEO of New Zealand Rugby Commercial Limited (NZRC) Craig Fenton will step down in January 2025 after just over a year in the role...

NPC Semi Final 2: Wellington 29 – 24 Waikato

Wellington have beaten Waikato 29-24 in Semi Final 2 of the Bunnings 2024 NPC at Sky Stadium in Wellington. https://youtu.be/6OiQ8GFTo14?si=W3TF7EoXpYi7YRhS

NPC: Semi Final 1 – Bay of Plenty 32 – 20 Canterbury

Bay of Plenty have beaten Canterbury 32-20 in their Bunnings NPC semi final clash today in Tauranga. https://youtu.be/0bkG2ChvObw?si=QPgGC1oEYadZjC-G

Former Wallabies captain Rocky Elsom sentenced to 5 years jail by French court

Former Australia rugby captain Rocky Elsom has been sentenced to five years in prison by a French court for forgery, use of forgery, and...

All Blacks make three injury-enforced changes for Northern Tour

The All Blacks have been forced to make three changes to their squad for the 2024 Lipovitan-D Challenge Cup match against Japan and the...

NPC Quarterfinal 4: Tasman 14 – 62 Canterbury

Canterbury have beaten Tasman 14-62 in their Bunnings NPC quarterfinal today in Nelson. https://youtu.be/FzglAeZOEFk?si=0hOQ4Xn7OBIuHqL7

NPC Quarterfinal 3: Taranaki 14 – 15 Waikato

Waikato have beaten Taranaki 14-15 in the Bunnings NPC quarterfinal today at Yarrow Stadium in New Plymouth. https://youtu.be/L7zxwch9Nf0?si=7q1QS_pZUvR9PtS8

NPC Quarterfinal 2: Bay of Plenty 19 – 17 Hawke’s Bay

Bay of Plenty have beaten Hawke's Bay in Quarterfinal 2 of the Bunnings NPC 2024 at Tauranga Domain today. https://youtu.be/9v0iOWM1d2g?si=K7qXI6acNcMXH2XV

International arrest warrant issued for former Wallaby Rocky Elsom

Former Australian rugby star Rocky Elsom has been sentenced to five years in prison by a French court following charges of forgery and misuse...

NPC Quarterfinal 1: Wellington 29 – 14 Counties Manukau

Wellington have beaten Counties Manukau 29-14 in Quarterfinal 1 of the Bunning NPC 2024. https://youtu.be/wLxyl5IlcO8?si=xuXyvv-r72K8KuDO

All Blacks squad for Northern Tour announced

The All Blacks have named their squad for the upcoming Northern Tour, with just one change from their Rugby Championship roster. Cam Roigard has returned...

NPC: Taranaki lift Ranfurly Shield off Tasman

Taranaki have beaten Tasman 29-42 in their Bunnings NPC Round 9 clash today at Trafalgar Park in Nelson, and lift the Ranfurly Shield. https://youtu.be/WJl2gXsNZaw?si=uNtAF3TmUFzjlLfK

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...

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