France beat New Zealand in sweltering Stade de France France handed a nation the result it craved as they opened their Rugby World Cup campaign on home soil by beating New Zealand 27-13 in … Rugby • 09 Sep
Springboks coach expects fine margins to decide RWC The Rugby World Cup in France is set to be the most open in history, according to South Africa coach Jacques Nienaber, who says his … Rugby • 01 Sep
Danty in danger of missing World Cup opener France centre Jonathan Danty will miss the opening World Cup match against New Zealand at the Stade de France due to a hamstring injury, L'Equipe … Rugby • 30 Aug
All Blacks' Barrett gets all clear for France showdown New Zealand lock Scott Barrett will face no further sanction after his red card in the record 35-7 loss to South Africa, leaving the second … Rugby • 29 Aug
Foster not panicking despite Springboks hiding Coach Ian Foster said the All Blacks are not panicking ahead of the World Cup despite being thrashed 35-7 by the world champion Springboks in … Rugby • 28 Aug
All Blacks humbled by South Africa in record defeat South Africa put in a masterclass of forward power to thrash New Zealand 35-7 in their Rugby World Cup warm-up fixture at neutral Twickenham on … Rugby • 27 Aug
New Zealand bring back big guns for Springboks New Zealand have named a strong line-up, including all three Barrett brothers, for their final Rugby World Cup warm-up fixture against South Africa at neutral … Rugby • 23 Aug
The Story of the 2015 RWC: New Zealand back in black New Zealand cemented their legacy as the sport's greatest team as they claimed a second Webb Ellis Cup in a row, and did it in … Rugby • 27 Aug
Ex-All Blacks coach Hansen to help prepare Wallabies Former New Zealand coach Steve Hansen has joined Australia in a short-term advisory role in the leadup to the World Cup after accepting an invitation … Rugby • 21 Aug
South Africa undone by blistering All Blacks start New Zealand rode another blistering start to a 35-20 victory over South Africa at Auckland's Mt Smart Stadium on Saturday to place one hand on … Rugby • 15 Jul
Mo'unga back but Etzebeth a doubt following bereavement New Zealand coach Ian Foster has restored Richie Mo'unga to starting fly-half and dropped Damian McKenzie from his matchday 23 for their Rugby Championship game … Rugby • 13 Jul
Etzebeth returns as Springboks change up for All Blacks South Africa have made 10 changes from the side that trounced Australia in Pretoria and named fit again lock Eben Etzebeth as captain for their … Rugby • 11 Jul
All Blacks' Cane apologises for kicking pitch invader New Zealand captain Sam Cane has apologised for kicking a pitch invader after their 41-12 Rugby Championship win over Argentina on Saturday. Rugby • 10 Jul
All Blacks explode out of the traps to beat Pumas A blistering start from New Zealand laid the platform for an impressive 41-12 victory over hosts Argentina in their Rugby Championship opener in Mendoza as … Rugby • 08 Jul
Narawa set for All Blacks debut against Argentina Fiji-born wing Emoni Narawa will make his New Zealand debut in their Rugby Championship opener against Argentina in Mendoza on Saturday, while fly-half Damian McKenzie … Rugby • 06 Jul
Foster happy for All Blacks to go under the radar Few people think New Zealand can win a fourth World Cup in France this year, but that should help their title hopes, according to head … Rugby • 19 Jun
New Zealand's Havili to miss Rugby Championship New Zealand centre David Havili is expected to be sidelined for the entire Rugby Championship after suffering a serious hamstring injury in Super Rugby Pacific … Rugby • 01 Jun
Smith tips Wallabies to surprise at World Cup Former All Blacks coach Wayne Smith thinks the Wallabies could spring a surprise at the World Cup in France later this year with Eddie Jones … Rugby • 09 May
Holland among All Black picks but Schmidt out New Zealand coach-in-waiting Scott Robertson has named former Munster player Jason Holland among his backroom staff but Joe Schmidt is heading out the door. Rugby • 27 Apr
Savea says sorry for throat-slitting gesture New Zealand star Ardie Savea has apologised for the throat-slitting gesture he made during the Hurricanes' Super Rugby victory over the Melbourne Rebels. Rugby • 03 Mar
All Blacks boss Foster unhappy with New Zealand Rugby New Zealand Rugby will appoint a new All Blacks coach within six weeks to succeed Ian Foster after the World Cup. Rugby • 01 Mar
Retallick joins All Blacks exodus to Japan Brodie Retallick will join the growing list of All Blacks heading to Japan after the Rugby World Cup in France, with the New Zealand lock … Rugby • 08 Feb
Savea admits money main factor in move to Japan New Zealand forward Ardie Savea said the opportunity to earn a significant payday was the main reason behind his decision to join Japan's Kobelco Kobe … Rugby • 04 Feb
All Blacks out-half Mo'unga heading for Japan New Zealand out-half Richie Mo'unga will join Toshiba Brave Lupus from Super Rugby side Canterbury Crusaders following the 2023 season. Rugby • 27 Dec 22
Autumn Nations Series team of the week It was a mixed bag of matches in round three of the Autumn Nations Series, with players from seven countries represented including Ireland and Georgia. Rugby • 21 Nov 22
