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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.

How the Crusaders plan to topple the Reds in Trans-Tasman clash of Super Rugby champions

New Zealand's best will go head-to-head with Australia's finest at the same venue they clashed at in the 2011 Super Rugby final th…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
20 May 2021, 23:58

Caleb Clarke makes successful return to sevens as All Blacks Sevens defeat Australia

All Blacks star Caleb Clarke has made a successful return to sevens, taking to the field in the All Blacks Sevens' 14-5 win over A…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
20 May 2021, 23:01

Welsh-qualified Highlanders star Michael Collins lifts the lid on his move to Ospreys

He might be qualified to play international rugby for Wales, but Highlanders star Michael Collins isn't listening to the external …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
19 May 2021, 3:49

All Blacks duo return as Highlanders bench Japan star Kazuki Himeno for Force clash

The Highlanders will welcome back two of their All Blacks stars for their Super Rugby Trans-Tasman clash against the Western Force…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
18 May 2021, 23:58

Departing star Ngani Laumape returns as Hurricanes make raft of changes for Rebels clash

The Hurricanes have welcomed back Ngani Laumape from a rest week ahead of their upcoming clash against the Melbourne Rebels in Wel…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
18 May 2021, 22:00

South African sides at risk as plans for Club World Cup 'progressing very nicely'

Plans for a new Club World Cup tournament are "progressing very nicely", but there remains doubts over how South Africa's top side…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
17 May 2021, 19:45

'Pretty average footy': Crusaders coach Scott Robertson vents frustration despite win over Brumbies

Crusaders boss Scott Robertson has vented his frustrations after his side had to rely on a missed conversion from Noah Lolesio to …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
16 May 2021, 23:36

All Blacks confirm historic July test schedule against Pasifika neighbours

New Zealand Rugby have confirmed the All Blacks will host their Pacific Island neighbours in an historic test window in July.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
16 May 2021, 18:41

Brumbies player ratings vs Crusaders | Super Rugby Trans-Tasman

The Brumbies were unfortunate in the extreme to not secure a result against the Crusaders in Christchurch, but here's how the Supe…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
15 May 2021, 5:34

Heartbreak for Brumbies as Noah Lolesio misses late conversion to secure draw against Crusaders

The Crusaders have survived a late scare from the Brumbies in their opening Super Rugby Trans-Tasman fixture at Orangetheory Stadi…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
15 May 2021, 5:21

Interim Highlanders boss Clarke Dermody sets date on Josh Ioane's injury return

The Highlanders could welcome back star playmaker Josh Ioane from an ankle injury as early as next week when the Dunedin franchise…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
14 May 2021, 21:57

Hurricanes confirm signing of former All Blacks prop Owen Franks

The Hurricanes have pulled off a major coup by signing former All Blacks prop Owen Franks on a two-year deal.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
14 May 2021, 5:40

Reds player ratings vs Highlanders | Super Rugby Trans-Tasman

The Reds couldn't back up their title-winning Super Rugby AU exploits in their opening Super Rugby Trans-Tasman match, going down …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
14 May 2021, 5:26

'We have to be better': Highlanders chief executive speaks out after Shannon Frizell assault allegation

Highlanders chief executive Roger Clark has called for his players, and the franchise as a whole, to "be better" in the wake of Sh…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
12 May 2021, 0:27

Hurricanes swap one All Black for another ahead of Super Rugby Trans-Tasman opener

The Hurricanes have named a largely settled side to face the Waratahs in their Super Rugby Trans-Tasman opener in Sydney on Friday…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
11 May 2021, 22:01

Under-fire All Blacks star absent as Highlanders make raft of changes for Reds clash

The Highlanders will be without under-fire All Blacks star Shannon Frizell for their opening Super Rugby Trans-Tasman clash agains…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
11 May 2021, 21:18

Picking an All Blacks squad at the end of the Super Rugby Aotearoa season

Another edition of Super Rugby Aotearoa has come to an end with the Crusaders walking away with the spoils, but who has thrust the…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
11 May 2021, 1:31

German-born teenager and Super Rugby stars headline 2021 New Zealand U20 squad

German-born teenage sensation Anton Segner and a host of rising Super Rugby Aotearoa stars have been named in a 30-man New Zealand…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
11 May 2021, 0:19

Why Leicester Fainga'anuku could be the man to replace Ngani Laumape in the All Blacks midfield

Ngani Laumape's defection to France will undoubtedly be a big loss for the All Blacks, but Ian Foster may have already found his r…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
10 May 2021, 21:43

All Blacks star Caleb Clarke one of three Super Rugby players set to chase gold medal at Tokyo Olympics

New Zealand Rugby have confirmed All Blacks star Caleb Clarke has committed to to chasing an Olympic gold medal in Tokyo later thi…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
09 May 2021, 22:49
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