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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.

Major League Rugby side sign former Springbok and Olympic medallist in wake of Ma'a Nonu departure

The San Diego Legion's hefty foreign contingent has grown with the addition of two experienced South African stars.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
02 Oct 2020, 22:50

From Fiji U17 football team to dream Wallabies call-up: Filipo Daugunu's remarkable rugby journey

It's fair to say new Wallabies wing Filipo Daugunu, a former age-grade Fijian footballer, has taken an unorthodox route to interna…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
02 Oct 2020, 20:00

'It's exciting': Are these the playmakers who could steer the Wallabies to victory over the All Blacks?

With no Will Genia, Christian Lealiifano or Bernard Foley returning to the Wallabies camp, new head coach Dave Rennie has some tou…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
30 Sep 2020, 1:11

'I don't think he means it at all': Former All Black dismisses Wallabies rookie's glowing endorsement of Hoskins Sotutu

A former All Black has questioned a Wallabies rookie's genuineness over a claim that Hoskins Sotutu could become "one of the best …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
29 Sep 2020, 1:26

'They've got plenty of dough': New Zealand Rugby stars name the European clubs they would 'love' to join

When it comes to choosing an overseas club to play for, there are a few teams that stand out more than others.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
28 Sep 2020, 20:27

'Kiwi at heart': New Zealand-born Wallabies star relishing All Blacks challenge as Australia's lineout faces overhaul

He may have played four tests for the Wallabies, but one of Dave Rennie's re-called stars hasn't forgotten his Kiwi roots.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
28 Sep 2020, 2:29

The shortest Ranfurly Shield tenures ever - and how a record could be equalled this weekend

The Mitre 10 Cup has only been in action for three rounds so far this year, yet the Ranfurly Shield has already been held aloft by…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
27 Sep 2020, 22:41

David Havili thrusts himself back into All Blacks contention with hat-trick in injury return

It had been two months since David Havili last played before Tasman's clash against Waikato on Saturday, but New Zealand's forgott…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
26 Sep 2020, 0:58

Otago's rookie try-scoring machine excites Josh Ioane as team named for Ranfurly Shield challenge

If Otago are to have any chance of bringing the Ranfurly Shield back to Dunedin this weekend, it would be hard to imagine Josh Ioa…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
25 Sep 2020, 3:01

Highlanders set to lose another veteran midfielder as part of widespread personnel change

One of the most loyal servants to the Highlanders since 2016 looks to have played his last game for the Dunedin club.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
25 Sep 2020, 2:01

'Got to get our s*** together': How Wallabies captain Michael Hooper plans to celebrate 100th test with win over All Blacks

A mix of youth and experience could play a key role in Michel Hooper tasting success in in his 100th test match in just over a for…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
23 Sep 2020, 1:54

'One of the best No. 8s in the world': Wallabies rookie Harry Wilson reveals the All Black he 'would love to play against'

Wallabies young gun Harry Wilson has made no secret of the threat that one rising All Blacks star poses ahead of the upcoming Bled…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
22 Sep 2020, 1:57

'He's not throwing much chat with his s*** haircut': Jack Goodhue's former midfielder partner relishing potential Bledisloe Cup reunion

It's been seven years since new Wallabies midfielder Irae Simone last played alongside All Blacks star Jack Goodhue, but the pair …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
22 Sep 2020, 0:39

Changing of the guard: How the loss of All Blacks will impact each Mitre 10 Cup squad

Without All Blacks playing in the Mitre 10 Cup, the competition will lose plenty of its stardust over the coming weeks, and the im…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
20 Sep 2020, 23:15

Late Jordie Barrett penalty seals Taranaki Ranfurly Shield victory over Canterbury

The Ranfurly Shield is returning to Taranaki for the first time in two years after Jordie Barrett landed a late penalty to defeat …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
19 Sep 2020, 2:38

Otago set to unleash rookie try-scoring machine on Manawatu

Promising rookie wing Freedom Vahaakolo has been named to start for Otago after impressing at grassroots level across multiple com…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
17 Sep 2020, 22:11

The contenders to win an All Blacks call-up as Ian Foster announces planned super-sized Rugby Championship squad

It's been less than a fortnight since Ian Foster named his first All Blacks squad, but New Zealand's head coach is already plannin…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
16 Sep 2020, 2:41

'He's going to have to change': Mitre 10 Cup stars call for Sio Tomkinson to change tackle technique following red card

Changes need to be made to Otago midfielder Sio Tomkinson's tackle technique is he is to avoid further disciplinary issues in the …

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
15 Sep 2020, 0:31

The 42-year-old plumber who broke a 112-year-old record in Southland's shock Mitre 10 Cup win over Hawke's Bay

Even four years after his last appearance for Southland, veteran hooker Jason Rutledge stood as one of the province's most revered…

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
13 Sep 2020, 23:36

SANZAAR announce Australia as hosts for The Rugby Championship as Bledisloe Cup fixtures confirmed

Australia has stolen The Rugby Championship hosting rights from under the nose of their New Zealand counterparts.

Alex McLeod
Alex McLeod
10 Sep 2020, 23:31
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