Australian and Fijian Drua squads revealed for 2022 Super Rugby Pacific
The five Australian Super Rugby Pacific franchises - the Brumbies, Reds, Rebels, Force and Waratahs - and the Fijian Drua have unv…
Alex McLeod
21 Nov 2021, 20:22
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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.
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck headlines Blues squad for Super Rugby Pacific 2022
Of the 31 rookies signing with Kiwi Super Rugby Pacific sides for the first times in their careers, none warrant attention like Ro…
Alex McLeod
21 Nov 2021, 14:15
Moana Pasifika confirm final signing to complete inaugural Super Rugby squad
Moana Pasifika’s inaugural Super Rugby Pacific squad has been completed with confirmation of Manawatu wing Tima Fainga’anuku 
Alex McLeod
21 Nov 2021, 14:15
Highlanders name youth, experience and cult heroes in 2022 squad
In the wake of an off-season where they lost a number of key players, the Highlanders have recruited strongly ahead of the 2022 Su…
Alex McLeod
21 Nov 2021, 14:15
Taranaki beat Otago to complete perfect NPC Championship title-winning season
Taranaki have a perfect season en route to claiming the NPC Championship title with a 32-19 victory over Otago at TET Stadium in I…
Alex McLeod
19 Nov 2021, 23:35
'I'll be falling asleep': Late night kick-off has All Blacks on edge
It's not every day the All Blacks start a test match near their bedtime, and Dane Coles hopes it stays that way.
Alex McLeod
19 Nov 2021, 21:38
Jordie Barrett pinpoints the two biggest French threats for All Blacks
All Blacks star Jordie Barrett has highlighted two French stars as the biggest threats posed to New Zealand ahead of their clash w…
Alex McLeod
19 Nov 2021, 0:17
Ian Foster explains changes to All Blacks team for France test
As the All Blacks open the final chapter of their unprecedented test campaign, head coach Ian Foster has made a handful of changes…
Alex McLeod
18 Nov 2021, 21:37
Ex-All Blacks star announces injury-enforced retirement aged 29
Former All Blacks hooker Nathan Harris has announced his retirement from all forms of rugby due to the ongoing effects of a persis…
Alex McLeod
18 Nov 2021, 17:56
Blues recall omitted youngster as one of five new signings
A day after confirming the retention of Zarn Sullivan and Bryce Heem, the Blues have announced the signings of five young stars fo…
Alex McLeod
16 Nov 2021, 23:34
'Bring Aaron Smith off the bench': Ex-All Blacks clash over team changes for France test
Ex-All Blacks are at odds over what selection changes their former team should make for this weekend's clash against France in the…
Alex McLeod
16 Nov 2021, 22:29
All Blacks give Beauden Barrett injury update ahead of France clash
The All Blacks are bracing themselves as the severity of Beauden Barrett's injury becomes clearer in the lead-up to their season-d…
Alex McLeod
16 Nov 2021, 19:50
Blues re-sign outside back duo as 2022 squad announcement looms
The Blues have confirmed the re-signing of two key outside backs less than a week out from the announcement of its 2022 Super Rugb…
Alex McLeod
15 Nov 2021, 19:40
Ian Foster pinpoints who must be held 'accountable' for All Blacks loss
Ian Foster says a key positional group must be held to account for its poor decision-making which contributed to All Blacks' loss …
Alex McLeod
14 Nov 2021, 22:50
All Blacks suffer injury blow ahead of clash against France
The All Blacks will be tasked with bouncing back from their stunning defeat to Ireland over the weekend without the services of a …
Alex McLeod
14 Nov 2021, 15:46
How the All Blacks view their growing rivalry with Ireland
It was easy for Kiwi rugby fans to dismiss Ireland as a quality but not world-class rugby nation, but that notion seemingly change…
Alex McLeod
12 Nov 2021, 22:12
'He's got a massive motor': Sam Whitelock heaps praise on All Blacks rookie
While Sam Whitelock says the All Blacks are in a good position heading into this weekend's test against Ireland, one player has ca…
Alex McLeod
12 Nov 2021, 20:46
Moana Pasifika close to finalising squad with four further signings
Moana Pasifika are close to finalising their inaugural Super Rugby Pacific squad after announcing four new signings over the past …
Alex McLeod
11 Nov 2021, 23:41
All Blacks prospect Pari Pari Parkinson ruled out for 12 months
Highlanders star and All Blacks prospect Pari Pari Parkinson has been dealt a major injury blow that will keep him sidelined for a…
Alex McLeod
11 Nov 2021, 21:01
All Blacks boss Ian Foster explains selections for Ireland showdown
All Blacks boss Ian Foster gives his reasoning for his new-look midfield combo, the decision to pick Sevu Reece and why Ethan Blac…
Alex McLeod
11 Nov 2021, 20:23
