Joe Schmidt makes surprise return to Super Rugby with the Blues
Former Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt will make a surprise return to the Blues next year by joining the franchise's coaching staff…
Alex McLeod
01 Nov 2021, 17:57
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Alex McLeod
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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.
All Blacks sweating on Brodie Retallick's fitness ahead of Italy test
The All Blacks remain uncertain whether Brodie Retallick will be available for selection for this week's test against Italy in Rom…
Alex McLeod
01 Nov 2021, 0:58
Hurricanes sign Black Ferns Sevens captain Sarah Hirini for women's team
The Hurricanes have unveiled Black Ferns Sevens captain Sarah Hirini as the franchise's first-ever signing for its new women's tea…
Alex McLeod
31 Oct 2021, 20:40
Black Ferns Sevens Olympics star Ruby Tui signs for Chiefs women's side
The Chiefs have announced the signing of Black Ferns Sevens star Ruby Tui for the inaugural Super Rugby Aupiki competition next ye…
Alex McLeod
31 Oct 2021, 19:54
One-test All Black returns to Highlanders as one of two new signings
A one-test All Black and 2015 Super Rugby title-winner has returned to the Highlanders as one of two new signings ahead of next ye…
Alex McLeod
31 Oct 2021, 18:56
All Blacks relish prospect of facing ex-Kiwi teammates in Wales test
The All Blacks are relishing the chance of squaring off against a couple of former Super Rugby teammates when the Kiwis take on Wa…
Alex McLeod
30 Oct 2021, 2:26
Opinion
Beauden Barrett's top 10 All Blacks tries ahead of 100th test
With Beauden Barrett set play his 100th test for the All Blacks this weekend, we look back at his 10 best tries in the black jerse…
Alex McLeod
29 Oct 2021, 23:57
Rieko Ioane pays tribute to Barrett and Jones ahead of milestone test
All Blacks star Rieko Ioane has paid tribute to teammate Beauden Barrett and Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones ahead of their milestone…
Alex McLeod
29 Oct 2021, 19:57
Ian Foster's message to Damian McKenzie amid All Blacks fullback race
Jordie Barrett may have established himself as the first-choice All Blacks fullback, but don't expect Damian McKenzie to not featu…
Alex McLeod
29 Oct 2021, 0:48
Moana Pasifika add Hong Kong and Manu Samoa internationals to squad
Moana Pasifika's off-season recruitment remains in full swing as the expansion franchise has announced the arrival of two hookers …
Alex McLeod
28 Oct 2021, 22:42
All Blacks boss Ian Foster explains team selection for Wales test
While the All Blacks have named a full-strength team to face Wales this weekend, the selection of some players have certainly turn…
Alex McLeod
28 Oct 2021, 21:42
Why Quinn Tupaea could be unlucky omission for test against Wales
A former All Black and a five-time Super Rugby champion say Quinn Tupaea could be the unlucky omission from the All Blacks team to…
Alex McLeod
27 Oct 2021, 1:43
'We'll have to be very smart': What the All Blacks expect from Wales
Regardless of how many players Wales are missing ahead of this week's clash with the All Blacks in Cardiff, the Kiwis aren't takin…
Alex McLeod
26 Oct 2021, 23:10
Moana Pasifika sign Tasman star to add Fijian flavour to squad
Moana Pasifika have signed their first player of Fijian heritage by adding exciting Tasman Mako wing Timoci Tavatavanawai to their…
Alex McLeod
26 Oct 2021, 21:33
'It's just sad': All Blacks coach's sympathy for Covid-infected Halaholo
An All Blacks coach says "it's very sad" that Kiwi-born Welsh star Willis Halaholo won't be able to face his countrymen this weeke…
Alex McLeod
26 Oct 2021, 21:01
Blues re-sign four key players ahead of Super Rugby Pacific
The Blues have re-signed four key players as they look to clinch back-to-back titles in next year's inaugural Super Rugby Pacific.
Alex McLeod
26 Oct 2021, 17:47
Fijian Drua confirm seven new signings, including three test stars
The Fijian Drua have announced the arrival of seven new players to their growing roster ahead of the inaugural Super Rugby Pacific…
Alex McLeod
26 Oct 2021, 0:39
Moana Pasifika sign Hurricanes duo to add experience to squad
Moana Pasifika added talent and experience to their inaugural playing squad by signing two Hurricanes stars ahead of next year's S…
Alex McLeod
25 Oct 2021, 23:26
'I'm not quite in good enough shape to be playing test footy': Sam Cane's stark admission
Sam Cane doesn't expect to be locked in as a certain starter for this week's test against Wales, and he doesn't think you should e…
Alex McLeod
25 Oct 2021, 21:48
Moana Pasifika sign first Cook Islander as one of three new signings
Moana Pasifika have added the first player of Cook Island heritage to their squad as one of three new signings.
Alex McLeod
24 Oct 2021, 22:26
