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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.

Hawke's Bay clinch promotion to Mitre 10 Cup Premiership after strolling to third Championship final victory

Hawke's Bay have secured their third Mitre 10 Cup Championship title in nine years after cruising to a 36-24 victory over Northlan…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
27 Nov 2020, 2:35

Rugby league legend Andrew Johns joins Wallabies training after Pumas call on NRL star Nathan Cleary

On the same day that Los Pumas called in current NRL star Nathan Cleary for some pointers around their kicking game, the Wallabies…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
26 Nov 2020, 21:45

'They all deserve an opportunity': All Blacks coach drops selection hint ahead of must-win Pumas rematch

John Plumtree has dropped a hint at how he and his co-selectors plan to pick this week's team to face Los Pumas on Saturday.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
23 Nov 2020, 23:26

'It's got success written all over it': Calls grow for rugby's 'State of Origin-style' clash to be made an annual event

Players and pundits have called for the Moana Pasifika vs Maori All Blacks clash to become an annual fixture on the New Zealand Ru…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
23 Nov 2020, 21:04

'I used to read all that and it used to get me up and down': What the under-fire All Blacks need to learn from 2011 ahead of Pumas rematch

It would be fair to say the All Blacks are under some of the most intense scrutiny in recent memory - not that two of the squad's …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
22 Nov 2020, 22:43

The Mitre 10 Cup rookies leading the charge to be named in next month's Super Rugby squad announcements

As the 2020 Mitre 10 Cup draws to a close next weekend, attention in New Zealand is set to turn to the upcoming squad announcement…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
20 Nov 2020, 20:36

Highlanders continue off-season signing spree by luring Chiefs speedster to Dunedin

The Highlanders have continued their off-season signing spree by acquiring the services of Chiefs flyer Solomon Alaimalo.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
17 Nov 2020, 16:58

'He's got to start': The All Blacks rookies who could force Ardie Savea onto the bench

After the All Blacks forwards were comprehensively outplayed by Los Pumas last weekend, New Zealand's loose forward trio could be …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
16 Nov 2020, 22:36

SANZAAR chairman Brent Impey calls for 'fundamental changes' as he announces resignation

SANZAAR chairman Brent Impey has announced his resignation from the role as he calls for "fundamental changes" to be made southern…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
16 Nov 2020, 19:49

The tactical trap the All Blacks fell into against the Pumas - and how the Wallabies can avoid it

Having already faced off against Los Pumas as part of a Rugby Australia XV, a Wallabies star has lifted the lid on how Australia c…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
15 Nov 2020, 23:38

All Blacks announce trio of players set to leave Tri Nations squad following Argentina loss

The All Blacks have confirmed the three players who will leave their 38-man Tri Nations squad to return to New Zealand on Monday.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
15 Nov 2020, 15:44

Tasman secure Mitre 10 Cup semi-final berth as play-off race and relegation battle intensifies

Tasman have secured hosting rights for a Mitre 10 Cup semi-final next week after dispatching Otago 26-20 in Dunedin.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
13 Nov 2020, 23:35

'They're a dangerous side': The biggest threat the Pumas pose to the All Blacks

There is plenty for the All Blacks to be wary of when they face the Pumas for the first time since July last year.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
12 Nov 2020, 22:19

SANZAAR suspend All Blacks prop Ofa Tuungafasi for rest of season following red card tackle

Ofa Tuungafasi has been hit with a multi-week suspension by SANZAAR for the controversial red card he was shown during Bledisloe I…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
10 Nov 2020, 23:44

The winners and losers from the 2020 Bledisloe Cup series

Another year, another Bledisloe Cup success for the All Blacks, but who flourished and who floundered in this year's trans-Tasman …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
09 Nov 2020, 19:41

'We need to be better': All Blacks stars reveal what needs to change to bounce back from Wallabies defeat

As the Bledisloe Cup IV post mortem moves into the new test week, the All Blacks are beginning to turn their focus to the upcoming…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
08 Nov 2020, 23:36

All Blacks dealt late blow as Patrick Tuipulotu ruled out hours before Bledisloe Cup IV

The All Blacks have been dealt a late blow just hours before Bledisloe Cup IV kick-off, with lock Patrick Tuipulotu ruled out of t…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
07 Nov 2020, 0:42

'Big focus for us': Wallabies coach reveals the key to bouncing back against the All Blacks

The Wallabies are determined to notch at least one win in this year's Bledisloe Cup series, which concludes at Suncorp Stadium in …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
06 Nov 2020, 22:55

Mitre 10 Cup derby round presents opportunity for fans to scout their Super Rugby side's upcoming talent

With the announcement of the 2021 Super Rugby squads set for December 1, opportunities for Kiwi rugby fans to catch a glimpse of t…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
06 Nov 2020, 19:37

New Zealand Warriors boss speaks out after club captain Roger Tuivasa-Sheck joins All Blacks Sevens training camp

The New Zealand Warriors have maintained that star player and captain Roger Tuivasa-Sheck will remain with the club next year desp…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
05 Nov 2020, 20:44
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