Uncapped lock called into All Blacks squad for end-of-year tour
Uncapped lock Josh Lord has been called into the All Blacks squad ahead of their upcoming end-of-year tour of the United States an…
Alex McLeod
03 Oct 2021, 19:28
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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.
Bok Shock: Springboks bounce back to stun All Blacks on Gold Coast
The Springboks have snapped their three-match losing streak by stunning the All Blacks in a 31-29 victory to close out the Rugby …
Alex McLeod
02 Oct 2021, 8:17
Andrew Kellaway bags hat-trick as Wallabies keep Los Pumas winless
The Wallabies have closed out their Rugby Championship campaign with a fourth straight victory after picking up a 32-17 win over L…
Alex McLeod
02 Oct 2021, 5:12
Aaron Smith continues unbeaten run in NPC as Manawatu beat Otago
All Blacks star Aaron Smith has made it two wins from as many outings in his return to provincial rugby as Manawatu beat Otago 27-…
Alex McLeod
02 Oct 2021, 2:02
The similarities between the Wallabies and the 2012-13 Chiefs
The Wallabies are flying high as they eye a fourth straight test win, and one ex-All Black has drawn comparisons between their rec…
Alex McLeod
01 Oct 2021, 0:43
Where the All Blacks must improve for rematch against Springboks
If the All Blacks are to do the double over the Springboks, they will need to produce a vastly improved effort on the Gold Coast t…
Alex McLeod
30 Sep 2021, 21:50
Ex-All Blacks predict who will start in rematch against Springboks
A trio of former All Blacks, a current Super Rugby champion and a Tokyo Olympics gold medallist have dissected which payers could …
Alex McLeod
29 Sep 2021, 0:34
How rugby's current laws are benefitting negative Springboks tactics
Former All Blacks and Olympic champions have expressed concerns about whether the ultra-conservative tactics of the Springboks cou…
Alex McLeod
28 Sep 2021, 22:09
Highlanders promote young pair for 2022 Super Rugby Pacific squad
The Highlanders have rewarded two of their most promising youngsters with full-time contracts for next year's inaugural Super Rugb…
Alex McLeod
28 Sep 2021, 20:22
'Disappointing': Ex-Springboks captain laments South Africa's tactics
An ex-Springboks captain has labelled his former team's attacking tactics against the All Blacks as "disappointing" following thei…
Alex McLeod
28 Sep 2021, 0:49
Fijian Drua name five more players in maiden Super Rugby Pacific squad
The Fijian Drua have announced the signings of five more players for their inaugural Super Rugby Pacific squad.
Alex McLeod
27 Sep 2021, 23:38
Moana Pasifika lock in Mt Smart Stadium as home venue until 2028
Moana Pasifika won’t be based in Samoa or Tonga for at least another seven years after it was announced that the Super Rugby Pac…
Alex McLeod
27 Sep 2021, 22:53
'Very uncharacteristic': Barrett's response to Bridge's blunder
All Blacks fullback Jordie Barrett has delivered his verdict on George Bridge's misfortune under the high ball during Saturday's v…
Alex McLeod
26 Sep 2021, 21:52
All Blacks clinch Rugby Championship with tense win over Springboks
The All Blacks have clinched the 2021 Rugby Championship title and reclaimed the Freedom Cup with a tense 19-17 victory over the S…
Alex McLeod
25 Sep 2021, 5:19
Aaron Smith returns to action following six-week match-less spell
All Blacks star Aaron Smith has successfully returned to action at provincial level following a six-week sideline spell.
Alex McLeod
25 Sep 2021, 1:18
All Blacks lose key player hours out from Springboks clash
The All Blacks have been forced to make a late change to their starting lineup just hours out from their Rugby Championship clash …
Alex McLeod
24 Sep 2021, 22:49
'We've got a few plans': Will Jordan details how to beat Springboks
He might be one of the lesser experienced players in the All Blacks squad, but the significance of this weekend's test against the…
Alex McLeod
24 Sep 2021, 21:55
Ex-All Blacks and Wallabies coach named Fijian Drua head coach
Former All Blacks and Wallabies skills coach Mick Byrne has been unveiled as head coach of the Fijian Drua for their inaugural sea…
Alex McLeod
23 Sep 2021, 23:19
Los Pumas name unchanged starting XV for Wallabies clash
Los Pumas boss Mario Ledesma has opted for consistency in his match day selection by making no changes to his starting side for th…
Alex McLeod
23 Sep 2021, 19:34
'Concerning': Where the Springboks must improve to beat All Blacks
The Springboks must fix two key aspects of their game if they are to beat the All Blacks this week's historic Rugby Championship c…
Alex McLeod
22 Sep 2021, 0:36
