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 the Rugby Championship trophy. Rugby • 15 Jul 23
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 the Rugby Championship trophy. Rugby • 15 Jul 23
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 against South Africa on Saturday. Rugby • 13 Jul 23
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 against South Africa on Saturday. Rugby • 13 Jul 23
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 Championship showdown with New Zealand in Auckland on Saturday. Rugby • 11 Jul 23
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 Championship showdown with New Zealand in Auckland on Saturday. Rugby • 11 Jul 23
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 23
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 23
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 fly-half Damian McKenzie made a strong case for Rugby World Cup inclusion. Rugby • 08 Jul 23
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 fly-half Damian McKenzie made a strong case for Rugby World Cup inclusion. Rugby • 08 Jul 23
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 and lock Josh Lord feature for the first time since 2021. Rugby • 06 Jul 23
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 and lock Josh Lord feature for the first time since 2021. Rugby • 06 Jul 23
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 coach Ian Foster. Rugby • 19 Jun 23
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 coach Ian Foster. Rugby • 19 Jun 23
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 last weekend. Rugby • 01 Jun 23
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 last weekend. Rugby • 01 Jun 23
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 back at the helm since replacing Dave Rennie at the start of the year. Rugby • 09 May 23
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 back at the helm since replacing Dave Rennie at the start of the year. Rugby • 09 May 23
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 23
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 23
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 23
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 23
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 23
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 23
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 having signed up for a second stint with the Kobelco Steelers. Rugby • 08 Feb 23
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 having signed up for a second stint with the Kobelco Steelers. Rugby • 08 Feb 23
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 Steelers after the Rugby World Cup later this year. Rugby • 04 Feb 23
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 Steelers after the Rugby World Cup later this year. Rugby • 04 Feb 23
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
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
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
England snatch remarkable late draw with All Blacks England burgled an outrageous 25-all draw from New Zealand after being out of the running for most of the match on Saturday, a late brace from Will Stuart helping them to a result which will nonetheless do little to quieten coach Eddie Jones' critics. Rugby • 19 Nov 22
England snatch remarkable late draw with All Blacks England burgled an outrageous 25-all draw from New Zealand after being out of the running for most of the match on Saturday, a late brace from Will Stuart helping them to a result which will nonetheless do little to quieten coach Eddie Jones' critics. Rugby • 19 Nov 22
Autumn Nations Series team of the week The Autumn Nations Series didn't disappoint on another incident-packed weekend of international action, with players from eight countries represented in our team of week as well as a Munster man. Rugby • 14 Nov 22
Autumn Nations Series team of the week The Autumn Nations Series didn't disappoint on another incident-packed weekend of international action, with players from eight countries represented in our team of week as well as a Munster man. Rugby • 14 Nov 22
Scotland let lead slip as All Blacks close out victory Scotland squandered a nine-point lead in the final quarter as they missed out on a first-ever victory over New Zealand in a pulsating autumn Test at BT Murrayfield. Rugby • 13 Nov 22
Scotland let lead slip as All Blacks close out victory Scotland squandered a nine-point lead in the final quarter as they missed out on a first-ever victory over New Zealand in a pulsating autumn Test at BT Murrayfield. Rugby • 13 Nov 22
Autumn Nations Series team of the week Six Ireland players are included after their gripping win over world champions South Africa, with five other nations represented. Rugby • 07 Nov 22
Autumn Nations Series team of the week Six Ireland players are included after their gripping win over world champions South Africa, with five other nations represented. Rugby • 07 Nov 22
Penaud pounces for late winner as France stun Australia Damian Penaud scored a late try to give France a record 11th consecutive victory as they beat Australia 30-29 at Stade de France. Rugby • 05 Nov 22
Penaud pounces for late winner as France stun Australia Damian Penaud scored a late try to give France a record 11th consecutive victory as they beat Australia 30-29 at Stade de France. Rugby • 05 Nov 22
Ireland A 19-47 New Zealand XV recap Ireland 'A' were no match for a New Zealand XV who ran in seven tries in a one-sided contest at the RDS. Rugby • 04 Nov 22
Ireland A 19-47 New Zealand XV recap Ireland 'A' were no match for a New Zealand XV who ran in seven tries in a one-sided contest at the RDS. Rugby • 04 Nov 22
Lenihan: Big chance for 'A' players to stake claim Donal Lenihan says Ireland's rising talents and fringe stars must put their hand up against a strong All Blacks XV tonight with the clock ticking for World Cup selection. Rugby • 04 Nov 22
Lenihan: Big chance for 'A' players to stake claim Donal Lenihan says Ireland's rising talents and fringe stars must put their hand up against a strong All Blacks XV tonight with the clock ticking for World Cup selection. Rugby • 04 Nov 22
All Blacks skipper Cane to miss November tests New Zealand captain Sam Cane will miss the rest of his country's autumn tour after suffering a fractured cheekbone during Saturday's 38-31 win over Japan. Rugby • 30 Oct 22
All Blacks skipper Cane to miss November tests New Zealand captain Sam Cane will miss the rest of his country's autumn tour after suffering a fractured cheekbone during Saturday's 38-31 win over Japan. Rugby • 30 Oct 22
Australia's Swain banned for six weeks after knee hit Australia lock Darcy Swain has been suspended for six weeks for a dangerous challenge on Quinn Tupaea, that left the New Zealand centre with a season-ending knee injury and the All Blacks fuming. Rugby • 22 Sep 22
Australia's Swain banned for six weeks after knee hit Australia lock Darcy Swain has been suspended for six weeks for a dangerous challenge on Quinn Tupaea, that left the New Zealand centre with a season-ending knee injury and the All Blacks fuming. Rugby • 22 Sep 22
