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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.

Manu Samoa open Pacific Nations Cup with thrilling win over Australia A

A last-minute try to debutant wing Nigel Ah Wong has ensured Manu Samoa a Pacific Nations Cup-opening win over Australia A in Fiji…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
01 Jul 2022, 23:07

Fiji hold new-look Tonga side scoreless in emphatic Pacific Nations Cup win

Fiji have dampened the hype surrounding Tonga's new all-star cast, pummelling the 'Ikale Tahi 36-0 in their Pacific Nations Cup cl…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
02 Jul 2022, 1:45

All Blacks silence critics with emphatic season-opening win over Ireland

The All Blacks have silenced their critics and banished the ghosts of last year by recording a resounding victory over Ireland to …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
02 Jul 2022, 5:12

'They'll be hurting': All Blacks stars prepare for Irish backlash in Dunedin rematch

The All Blacks are bracing for a strong response from Ireland after putting them to the sword in the opening match of their three-…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
03 Jul 2022, 21:45

All Blacks trio return to camp ahead of second Irish test after Covid disruption

The three All Blacks stars who missed their side's series-opening win over Ireland on Saturday have returned to camp ahead of this…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
03 Jul 2022, 22:42

Pair of All Blacks stars ruled out of second test against Ireland

Two All Blacks stars have been ruled unavailable for this week's second test against Ireland at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
04 Jul 2022, 20:57

Wallabies star Samu Kerevi named in Australian sevens squad for Commonwealth Games

Wallabies star Samu Kerevi has been included in the Australian men's sevens squad for the Commonwealth Games later this month.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
04 Jul 2022, 22:43

Wallabies call-up Australia A star following gruesome Tom Banks injury

The Wallabies have called some injury cover into their squad after Tom Banks gruesomely broke his arm while playing against Englan…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
04 Jul 2022, 23:21

'Not ideal': How the All Blacks plan to cope without key duo against Ireland

Just as the All Blacks welcome back three of their key men, another two frontline players have become unavailable for Saturday's c…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
05 Jul 2022, 1:18

Brad Weber and TJ Perenara named as Maori All Blacks co-captains against Ireland

Former All Blacks halfbacks Brad Weber and TJ Perenara have been named as Maori All Blacks co-captains for Wednesday's clash again…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
26 Jun 2022, 18:35

Ian Foster among four All Blacks squad members struck by Covid ahead of Ireland test

Four positive Covid cases within the All Blacks camp has resulted in a player being called into the squad less than a week out fro…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
26 Jun 2022, 17:56

'Extraordinary': The player who could benefit most from Josh Lord's long-term injury

One of the standout players from the Super Rugby Pacific finals may be in line to benefit the most from All Blacks lock Josh Lord'…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
22 Jun 2022, 2:24

'Hard work and consistency': How Clarke Dermody plans to turn Highlanders around

Following a season in which they won just four matches and went winless against Kiwi opposition, new Highlanders boss Clarke Dermo…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
21 Jun 2022, 21:40

'There's no fear': The uncapped All Black backed to shine against Ireland

According to an All Blacks star, one uncapped youngster could make a huge difference when their three-test series against Ireland …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
21 Jun 2022, 1:09

Highlanders unveil Clarke Dermody as Tony Brown's replacement as head coach

The Highlanders have announced long-serving assistant Clarke Dermody as the franchise's new head coach in the wake of Tony Brown's…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
20 Jun 2022, 22:20
Opinion

Picking the 2022 Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Season

With the inaugural Super Rugby Pacific campaign done and dusted, here's a selection of competition's standout player in this Team …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
19 Jun 2022, 21:14

Crusaders outclass Blues to clinch inaugural Super Rugby Pacific title

The Crusaders have done it again, beating the Blues in Auckland to claim the Super Rugby Pacific title - their sixth championship …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
18 Jun 2022, 5:10

How the Crusaders and Canterbury helped shape uncapped Wallabies prospect

When he makes his inevitable test debut for the Wallabies against England over the coming weeks, Nick Frost will have the Crusader…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
18 Jun 2022, 0:32

'World-class: The four 'brilliant' England players listed as key threats by Wallabies star

A Wallabies star has brandished a core group of England players as "world-class" ahead of the highly-anticipated test series betwe…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
17 Jun 2022, 23:14

Ruby Tui absent as Black Ferns name team for final Pacific Four Series clash

The Black Ferns will be without star wing Ruby Tui for their final Pacific Four Series match against the United States this weeken…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
17 Jun 2022, 1:21
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