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Alex McLeod

RugbyPass writer based in Dunedin, NZ. Since first entering the media industry as a student at the Auckland University of Technology, Alex has written for media outlets across the country, including the New Zealand Herald and Otago Daily Times. Now covers all things All Blacks, Super Rugby and Mitre 10 Cup-related.

Interview

'We're going to shock a few teams': Moana Pasifika rookie targets scalp over All Black sibling

They may be the new kids on the block, but Moana Pasifika aren't buying into the pre-season scepticism about their chances of succ…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
23 Jan 2022, 23:26
Interview

The builder who became a test-capped Super Rugby rookie in under a year

After a surprise phone call from Tonga boss Toutai Kefu while working as a builder last July, Sam Moli has high hopes ahead of his…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
21 Jan 2022, 22:05

Super Rugby Aupiki draw released for inaugural 2022 season

Women's rugby in New Zealand will open a new chapter on March 5 when the first-ever Super Rugby Aupiki match takes place at Eden P…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
20 Jan 2022, 22:01

Ex-All Blacks and Wallabies playmakers to go head-to-head in Japan

A pair of former All Blacks and Wallabies playmakers are set to square off in a star-studded round three clash in Japan Rugby Leag…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
20 Jan 2022, 18:42

Blues rookie Anton Segner sets out to become Germany's first All Black

His rise through the New Zealand rugby ranks has been meteoric, and new Blues recruit Anton Segner has no intention of slowing dow…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
18 Jan 2022, 22:44

'It's coming': Blues coach's stark Covid-19 warning for Super Rugby Pacific

Blues boss Leon MacDonald has issued a blunt warning as the ever-present threat of Covid-19 continues to loom large on the eve of …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
18 Jan 2022, 20:18

Blues issue update on Beauden Barrett's concussion and All Blacks availability

The Blues will likely be at full-strength in their season-opener against Moana Pasifika next month, but question marks remain over…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
17 Jan 2022, 23:27

'He just wants to play': Tuivasa-Sheck set for Blues debut after starring in training

The biggest recruit of the Super Rugby Pacific off-season is in line to make his rugby union debut as early as the first round of …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
17 Jan 2022, 21:40

'His legacy will be carried on': Brumbies eye dream farewell for outgoing boss

Brumbies captain Allan Alaalatoa says much of his side's motivation for the upcoming Super Rugby Pacific campaign is to give depar…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
16 Jan 2022, 22:01

McMahon shines as Suntory condemn Toyota stars to League One defeat

Pieter-Steph du Toit and Patrick Tuipulotu were condemned to a heavy defeat in their Toyota Verblitz debuts by a Sean McMahon-insp…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
16 Jan 2022, 17:36

Israel Folau's Shining Arcs fall to defeat against Kubota Spears

Israel Folau has failed to keep his unbeaten return to rugby union alive as his Shining Arcs side fell to defeat against the Kubot…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
14 Jan 2022, 23:58

Wallabies star optimistic about World Cup chances after mixed 2021

Wallabies star Allan Alaalatoa has remained upbeat about his country's chances at next year's World Cup following a mixed 2021 cam…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
14 Jan 2022, 23:22

Pieter-Steph du Toit to make League One debut in star-studded clash

Springboks star Pieter-Steph du Toit has been named to make his Japan Rugby League One debut for Toyota Verblitz this weekend.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
14 Jan 2022, 20:58

Israel Folau named to start second League One match after impressive debut

Former Wallabies star Israel Folau has been named to start his second Japan Rugby League One match after impressing in his competi…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
13 Jan 2022, 21:40

Sonny Bill Williams to return to boxing ring against ex-AFL bad boy

Former All Blacks star Sonny Bill Williams will make his return to the boxing ring against ex-AFL hard man Barry Hall.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
13 Jan 2022, 19:26

All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens withdraw from World Series

Neither of New Zealand's two national sevens teams, the All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens, will participate in next month's…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
13 Jan 2022, 18:27

Brumbies boss calls for 'common sense' over Covid-19 protocols

Brumbies boss Dan McKellar has called for "common sense" over Covid-19 protocols that his side are set to face during the upcoming…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
12 Jan 2022, 0:43
Exclusive

Tonga international says All Black brother is 'keen' on test rugby switch

The All Blacks may be set to lose a player to Tonga, possibly before next year's World Cup, in the wake of World Rugby's new eligi…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
11 Jan 2022, 23:46

How the Brumbies are preparing to shock the NZ Super Rugby sides

It's no secret that Australia's Super Rugby sides have struggled to compete with their Kiwi counterparts in recent years, but the …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
11 Jan 2022, 19:59

Quade Cooper off to winless start in Japan Rugby League One 2022

Quade Cooper's Kintetsu Liners failed to get their Japan Rugby League One campaign off to a victorious start after they were beate…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
10 Jan 2022, 18:43
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