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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.

Why Shannon Frizell is in pole position to reclaim the All Blacks' No 6 jersey this year

If Shannon Frizell continues his strong form for the Highlanders, it will be increasingly difficult to deny him the All Blacks' No…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
19 Apr 2021, 3:02

Blues prop Alex Hodgman's Super Rugby Aotearoa season over following red card against Highlanders

Blues prop Alex Hodgman will play no further part in Super Rugby Aotearoa this season after copping a ban for his red card against…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
18 Apr 2021, 23:25

Chiefs edge Crusaders in one-point thriller to move into Super Rugby Aotearoa final spot

The Chiefs have edged the Crusaders 26-25 in a Super Rugby Aotearoa thriller at FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
17 Apr 2021, 4:52

Tony Brown reveals the key to Highlanders win over Blues to keep Super Rugby Aoteaora hopes alive

Highlanders head coach Tony Brown has praised his loose forwards, playmakers, a young midfielder and a veteran lock for their stan…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
17 Apr 2021, 1:39

'We were trying to build the best combo in the country': Highlanders star Aaron Smith's devastation over Folau Fakatava injury

Highlanders co-captain Aaron Smith has revealed he is "brutally disappointed" for rising Highlanders star Folau Fakatava following…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
16 Apr 2021, 20:35

Highlanders player ratings vs Blues | Super Rugby Aotearoa

The Highlanders have kept their Super Rugby Aotearoa final hopes alive with a shock 35-29 win over the Blues in Dunedin on Friday.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
16 Apr 2021, 5:48

The three reasons why a Wallabies legend believes TJ Perenara would be a success in the NRL

TJ Perenara has been backed by a Wallabies legend to make a successful transition to rugby league following a shock report that th…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
15 Apr 2021, 21:16

Julian Savea one of three players to sign contract extensions with Hurricanes

Former All Blacks wing Julian Savea has seemingly set his sights on the 2023 World Cup by signing a two-year contract extension wi…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
15 Apr 2021, 19:09

Former Sunwolves star returns home to Australia as he aims for Wallabies selection

A former Sunwolves star has signed a two-year deal with the Waratahs as he aims to stake a claim in Dave Rennie's Wallabies squad.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
14 Apr 2021, 0:32

Tom Robinson retains captaincy as Blues make one change to starting side for Highlanders clash

Blues flanker Tom Robinson has retained the captaincy role for his side's Super Rugby Aotearoa clash against the Highlanders in Du…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 22:57

Japan name 21 uncapped players in 52-man training squad ahead of British and Irish Lions test

Japan head coach Jamie Joseph has named his first squad since the 2019 World Cup ahead of the nation's historic clash with the Bri…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 21:58

Josh Ioane returns to starting lineup as Highlanders lose standout youngster ahead of Blues clash

Josh Ioane has returned to the Highlanders' starting side following his impressive cameo showing off the bench against the Chiefs …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 20:56

Former All Blacks playmaker Lima Sopoaga confirms move to Top 14 club Lyon

Former All Blacks playmaker Lima Sopoaga will leave Premiership club Wasps to join Top 14 outfit Lyon at the end of the season, th…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 18:51

Hurricanes hit with injury blow as captain Ardie Savea set for lengthy sideline spell

Hurricanes captain Ardie Savea will miss the next six-to-eight weeks of action after sustaining a knee injury in Sunday's Super Ru…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 1:37

Have the Hurricanes uncovered their next long-term successor to Beauden Barrett at No 10?

Two Super Rugby stars believes the Hurricanes may have uncovered their next long-term first-five, two years after the departure of…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 1:03

Sir John Kirwan calls for Beauden Barrett and Brodie Retallick to be benched by All Blacks and urges NZR not to re-sign TJ Perenara

Sir John Kirwan believes Beauden Barrett and Brodie Retallick should be benched by the All Blacks later this year, and that NZR sh…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
12 Apr 2021, 22:38

Future stars on show as Chiefs, Highlanders and Crusaders pick up wins in opening round of Super Rugby Aoteaora U20

The inaugural edition of the Super Rugby Aotearoa competition kicked-off with a bang on Sunday as the Chiefs, Highlanders and Crus…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
12 Apr 2021, 2:38

'We're out': Tony Brown writes off Highlanders chances of making Super Rugby Aotearoa final

Highlanders head coach Tony Brown has ruled out his side qualifying for this year's Super Rugby Aotearoa final following Saturday'…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
11 Apr 2021, 21:58

'Fly like a butterfly, sting like a bee': Ardie Savea's advice to teenage Hurricanes debutant Ruben Love

Hurricanes captain Ardie Savea has offered teenage playmaker Ruben Love some words of advice ahead of the youngster's first start …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
10 Apr 2021, 2:44

Scott Robertson reveals the 'uncharacteristic' error the Crusaders need to fix for Hurricanes clash

Crusaders head coach Scott Robertson is calling on his squad to learn from the "uncharacteristic" error that cost them dearly in l…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
10 Apr 2021, 0:00
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